Renaissance Society
This social class dominated society by 1500 and served as advisers to the king.
Who are the nobles?
This individual is often called the father of Italian Renaissance humanism.
Who is Petrarch?
This Christian humanist believed Christianity should show people how to live good lives daily, not just focus on salvation.
Who is Desiderius Erasmus?
This Swiss reformer sought an alliance with Luther but was killed in 1531.
Who is Ulrich Zwingli?
The English Reformation was rooted in this issue, not in religious disputes.
What is politics?
This book by Baldasarre Castigilone described the ideal characteristics of a noble.
What is The Book of Courtier?
These were the five key subjects studied by humanists. (name 3)
What are grammar, rhetoric, poetry, moral philosophy, and history?
This doctrine emphasizes that the Bible alone is the ultimate authority for faith and doctrine.
What is Sola Scriptura?
This agreement in 1555 formally accepted the division of Christianity in Germany.
What is the Peace of Augsburg?
This act declared that King Henry VIII was the "supreme head of the Church of England."
What is the Act of Supremacy?
This percentage of Europe's population consisted of peasants during the Renaissance.
What is 85-90%?
This term describes literature written in the everyday language of the people.
What is vernacular?
DOUBLE JEOPARDY!!!
John Calvin believed in this doctrine, which states that God has already determined who will be saved.
What is predestination?
This Holy Roman Emperor declared Luther an outlaw under the Edict of Worms.
Who is Charles V?
Henry VIII's desire for a divorce from this wife led to the English Reformation.
Who is Catherine of Aragon?
This bond was a major source of security during the Renaissance.
What is the family bond?
This humanist belief placed less emphasis on religion and more on developing practical skills for life.
What is secularism?
This movement, which arose from dissatisfaction with the Catholic Church, led to significant religious and political changes in Europe.
What is the Protestant Reformation?
Calvin began his reform work in this Swiss city.
What is Geneva?
This future queen was the daughter of Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn.
Who is Queen Elizabeth I?
This Renaissance concept emphasized the individual’s potential to achieve greatness and shape their destiny.
What is humanism?
This Italian poet's work, The Canterbury Tales, helped popularize vernacular literature.
Who is Geoffrey Chaucer?
Martin Luther was excommunicated after this event in 1521.
What is the Diet of Worms?
This concept introduced by Luther argues that all Christians have direct access to God through faith
What is the Priesthood of All Believers?
Anabaptists believed that this rite should only be performed on adult believers.
What is baptism?