5.2 Renaissance Europe

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Which philosophy is most associated with the Renaissance?

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Humanism

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How did wealthy families contribute to art during the Renaissance?

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Wealthy people supported skilled painters & sculptors by being their patron.

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One of two classical cultures that heavily influenced Renaissance art, architecture and learning

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Rome

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One of two classical cultures that heavily influenced Renaissance art, architecture and learning

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Greece

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Why was the invention of the printing press so influential?

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It enabled the production of books in large quantities.

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The printing press helped spread

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Literacy and new ideas

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Why did the invention of the printing press and the growth in the number of Bibles increase literacy?

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More people were exposed to written language and got the chance to learn.

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Which influential Renaissance figure invented the printing press?

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Gutenberg

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Which Renaissance philosophy inspired the quote: “Humans are capable of living good and decent lives by using logic and reason”?

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Humanism

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What is the definition of "Renaissance"?

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Rebirth of classical education and intellectual pursuits.