General Renaissance
What does the word "Renaissance" mean?
rebirth
Where was Leonardo born and grew up?
Florence
Which family was a great patron for Michelangelo?
The Medici Family
Is Raphael older or younger than Michelangelo and Leonardo?
Younger
What is the name of a person who spends a lot of time in the court of a prince?
a courtier
Which ancient cultures inspired the Renaissance movement?
Greek and Roman
What did Leonardo paint that ended up being better than his master's to the point that his master "never picked up a brush again"?
an angel
Why was Michelangelo initially upset by his Pieta statue?
People did not know he was the sculptor so he signed his name on Mary's sash.
How was his painting of the Madonna different than versions from the Middle Ages?
Raphael's version is more natural and lifelike.
What was expected role of women during the Renaissance?
to marry into a wealthy family, support their husbands and grow their families
What was the name of the interest in art, literature, and government of ancient Greece and Rome?
humanism
Name the painting on a 14 by 30 foot wall that utilized the technique of perspective and fresco painting.
The Last Supper
His statue of David was an impressive feat. How tall did it end up being when it was finished?
14 feet (it started from a 20 foot block of marble)
Which painting showed how much the Renaissance movement admired the ancient Greeks and the focus of learning?
The School of Athens
The wealthy wore expensive silks and furs in a variety of options while the lower class only had 1-2 sets of clothing.
Name 3 of the 4 focus areas to work in during the Renaissance.
painters, sculptors, architects, and philosophers
Name at least 3 other areas Leonardo explored and studied.
science, optics, geology, botany, physics, and engineering
Where is the Sistine Chapel Ceiling located?
In the Vatican in Rome
Why did patrons hire Raphael?
Leonardo was more focused on math and science and Michelangelo was consumed by projects from the pope.
How were people allowed to behave at the Globe Theater during this time?
Audiences could be rude and noisy and it was common for viewers to shout and throw objects on stage.
What is the name of the art technique that shows depth on a flat surface?
perspective
What unique thing did Leonardo do to keep his notes and research from being stolen?
mirror writing where he wrote from right to left with letters reversed
Did Michelangelo have assistants help him paint the Sistine Chapel ceiling?
Yes, but he fired them because he was a perfectionist and no one could meet his standards.
What two art techniques did Raphael use in The School of Athens?
fresco and perspective
Why did many people like Don Quixote?
It was a funny and entertaining story