CKLA Grade 5 Unit 5 Chapter 2

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What is The Birth of Venus?

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A famous painting by Sandro Botticelli that depicts the goddess Venus emerging from the sea.

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CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

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Why is The Birth of Venus significant in Renaissance art?

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It reflects the Renaissance interest in classical mythology and the use of artistic methods from ancient Greece.

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CCSS.RI.4.7

CCSS.RI.5.7

CCSS.RI.6.7

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.7

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Who was Sandro Botticelli?

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An Italian painter of the Early Renaissance known for his works like The Birth of Venus and Primavera.

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What does the term 'Renaissance' refer to?

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A cultural movement in Europe from the 14th to the 17th century that emphasized art, literature, and learning based on classical sources.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RI.K.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6

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Who was Filippo Brunelleschi?

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An architect and engineer known for designing the dome of the Florence Cathedral and for his work on the Baptistery doors.

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CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

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What is Donatello known for?

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He is known as the greatest sculptor of the early Renaissance, famous for his works like the statue of David and Saint George.

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CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

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What does the term 'classical mythology' mean?

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Stories and legends from ancient Greece and Rome that involve gods, goddesses, and heroes.

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CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

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What is perspective in art?

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A technique used to create the illusion of depth and space on a flat surface.

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What is the Baptistery in Florence?

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A religious building in Florence, Italy, known for its beautiful doors and as a site for baptisms.

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CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

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What is the significance of the doors of the Baptistery?

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They are famous for their artistic design and competition between artists like Ghiberti and Brunelleschi.

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CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2