The Renaissance

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Followers of humanism focused on studying _____ to understand ancient values.

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classical texts

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Why did the Renaissance begin in Italy?

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The Renaissance began in Italy because of its trade routes, classical heritage, wealthy patrons, and vibrant cultural environment.

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How were Western Europeans able to access ancient Greek texts again?

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Through translations by Byzantine and Islamic scholars and the influx of Greek texts after the fall of Constantinople.

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Why did banking develop in the Italian city-states?

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The strategic location for trade and the rise of merchant classes.

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How did art change during the Renaissance?

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Art became more realistic, focused on humanism, and utilized techniques like perspective and chiaroscuro.

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How did literature change during the Renaissance?

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Literature changed by focusing on humanism, secular themes, and the use of vernacular languages.

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How did most monarchs in England and France participate in the Northern Renaissance? Options: by creating their own art, by establishing law schools, by funding humanist universities, by sponsoring writers and artists

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by sponsoring writers and artists

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Why was the new technology of papermaking important to the Renaissance?

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It allowed for the development of printing and easier spread of ideas.

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How was Italy organized politically before and during the Renaissance? Options: The papacy controlled most of the peninsula, using Rome as a base. Wealthy noble families controlled fragments of territory from an urban base. The Medici in Florence forced other ruling families to accept their authority.

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Wealthy noble families controlled fragments of territory from an urban base.

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How was humanism different from intellectual movements during the Middle Ages? Options: 1. It emphasized piety and modesty instead of worldly pursuits. 2. It stressed obedience to local rulers over the national monarch. 3. It emphasized submitting to religious leaders before civic leaders. 4. It stressed a secular world view instead of a strict religious view.

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It stressed a secular world view instead of a strict religious view.