Unit 5 - The Renaissance Mid-Unit Flashcard

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What was a major interest during the Renaissance?

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The natural world.

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What is a key characteristic of Raphael's painting, "Madonna of the Grand Duke"?

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He presents natural human beings that are lifelike.

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Who were the Medici family?

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They were great patrons of the arts during the Renaissance.

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Why did da Vinci write from right to left?

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He was left-handed.

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What contributed to the increase of the middle class during the Renaissance?

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The increase of trade.

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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 role did the Church play during the Renaissance?

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It was a significant influence on art and culture.

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What is humanism?

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A Renaissance movement that emphasized the value of human beings and the study of classical texts.

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What is a patron in the context of the Renaissance?

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A person or group that supports artists, writers, and thinkers.

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What is the significance of the Medici family in Florence?

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They were influential in the development of the arts and culture.