The Renaissance

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What does the word Renaissance mean?

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Rebirth

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What culture(s) was the Renaissance centered around?

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Greek/Roman

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Where did the Renaissance start?

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Italy

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Why was Italy so wealthy leading up to the Renaissance?

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It was made up of trade cities

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Which famous family was responsible for funding many Renaissance artists?

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The Medici Family

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Which of these is NOT a characteristic of the Renaissance? Education for All, Greek/Roman Influence, Humanism, Celebration of Secular Achievements

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Education for All

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What is humanism?

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an intellectual movement that emphasized the study of humans

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A "Renaissance Man" is someone who

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was accomplished in all fields

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Why did the Renaissance shift away from religious achievements?

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They were studying art and writings from pre-Church Greece and Rome

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What is the name of this painting?

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The School of Athens