Renaissance
In what country did the Renaissance begin?
Italy
What is the technique in art that shows the difference between things close and far away?
perspective
Who was the most influential figure of the Reformation?
Martin Luther
What is one of the centuries in which the Age of Exploration occured?
15-18th century (1400s-1700s)
Who funded Christopher Columbus' expedition?
Spanish
What does Renaissance mean?
Rebirth
Who painted the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel and created the statue of David?
Michelangelo
How many thesis' did Martin Luther hang from the door of the Catholic Church
95
Why did Europeans sail on exploration voyages? What were they looking for?
New trade Routes to Asia
Spread Christianity
Trying to increase wealth
Where was Columbus trying to go?
Find a new route to Asia
Which continent do we live on?
North America
True or false--the Renaissance spread from Italy to other parts of Western Europe like England
true
Who painted the Mona Lisa?
Leonardo Da Vinci
What did the Pope sell in order for people to buy their way into heaven?
Indulgences
What was an invention from China that helped the navigators know which direction they were sailing?
The compass
What is a resource that Europeans wanted from India (to make their food taste better)?
spices
Which continent has countries such as Italy, France, and Germany?
Europe
Who was the famous playwright in England during the late Renaissance?
William Shakespeare
What do you call someone who sponsors artists?
a patron (of the arts)
What happened to the Bible during the Reformation so that it became accessible to more people?
It was translated into many languages and printed widely.
How did the Age of Exploration impact the indigenous people in the New World?
Bad. Brought diseases, invaded, took over their land, killed lots of people
How were gunpowder and firearms a huge advantage to the explorers?
they could easily take over the land and the people that lived there.
Which continent has no countries, government, or permanent residents?
Antarctica
Who was the merchant from Venice who traveled to China and then helped publish a book that told of his travels?
Marco Polo
Who was the family who was famous for banking and supporting artists?
the Medici family
What does Excommunicated mean?
being sent away, not allowed in the Catholic Church
How did the printing press influence exploration?
It was easier to print maps.
What is a caravel?
a fast sailboat that was used by many explorers
Which continent has the most countries?
Africa