Unit 8 - Renaissance and Reformation

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Where did the Renaissance primarily flourish?

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Northern Italy

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What aspect of Florence's governance allowed it to become a center of the Renaissance? Options: Its citizens had control over their wealth from trade, It maintained a powerful navy for expansion, It was ruled by a hereditary monarchy, It was exempt from the influence of the Papal States

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Its citizens had control over their wealth from trade

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Which statement accurately describes the role of merchant banks in the 15th century? Options: They were primarily focused on agricultural loans, They offered financial services such as credit, investments, and currency exchange, They were exclusively operated by the nobility, They were restricted to local trade only

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They offered financial services such as credit, investments, and currency exchange

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What was a crucial attribute for someone to be acknowledged as a notable supporter of the arts?

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Affluent

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What does it mean when an author writes in the vernacular?

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They write in a regional dialect.

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How did Leonardo da Vinci embody the ideals of the Renaissance?

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He excelled as a painter, engineer, architect, and scientist.

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What contributed to the flourishing of art during the Renaissance period?

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The support of affluent patrons and church leaders

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What did the humanists' study of ancient texts primarily emphasize?

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The exploration of human capabilities and accomplishments

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What did humanists believe about the lifestyle of Christians?

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They could pursue knowledge and art while maintaining their faith.

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Which ancient cultures were primarily studied during the humanist movement?

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Classical Greek and Roman cultures