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How did the plague and the many wars of the Middle Ages cause Christians to question institutions such as the Church?
Because it could not prevent war or relieve the suffering brought on by the plague
What is Humanism?
An intellectual movement that focused on human potential and achievements.
How was Italy structured differently than France and England?
Italy was divided into city-states and France and England were united under strong monarchs.
What country is credited with being the first to invent block printing?
China
By the tenth century, what major organization dominated religious life in Northern and Western Europe?
The Roman Catholic Church
How did the Crusades contribute to the large North Italian citi-states?
They spurred overseas trade
How did humanist views influence the opulent* life of Renaissance Italy?
They suggested that a person might enjoy life without offending God
What drove many Italian artists to move to Northern Europe causing the blending of Northern and Italian Renaissance?
The French king claimed the throne of Naples in Southern Italy and invaded northern Italy.
Who developed the first printing press?
Johann Gutenberg
How did the printing press play a part in the reformation?
The printing press spread secular ideas through print.
How did the plague help to boost the economy of the Middle Ages?
Because there were fewer laborers, survivors could demand a higher wage.
What does secular mean?
Worldly rather than spiritual and concerned with the here and now
What was the focus of Christian humanism?
The reform of society
What was the first full sized book to be printed with moveable type?
Gutenberg Bible
What was an indulgence?
An indulgence was a pardon from sins. It released the sinner from performing the penalty that a priest imposed for sins. Some taught that through indulgences you could buy your way into heaven.
What prominent family controlled Florence in the 1200’s?
Medici family
How would you define the term “Renaissance Man”?
A man who excels in many fields-- mastered every area of study
Why was Thomas Moore’s model of society a true utopia?
It described an imaginary land where greed, corruption, and war have been weeded out. Because there was little greed Utopians had little use for money.
What was the most impactful invention of the renaissance?
Moveable type printing
How did Luther respond to Tetzel’s selling of indulgences?
He wrote the 95 Theses and posted the statements on the door of the castle church, encouraging others to debate them.
How did Cosimo de Medici influence politicians and gain control over Florence’s government?
He influenced members of the ruling council by giving them loans
What was a woman's job in regards to art during the Renaissance?
To inspire art but rarely create it
What was the English Renaissance time period known as?
The Elizabethan Age
What did the renaissance ideal of human dignity inspire some northern humanists to do?
Develop plans for social reform based on Judeo-Christian values
What was the result of Luther’s 95 Theses?
His actions began the Reformation, a movement for religious reform.