Renaissance SSWH 9a, b, c

Open Ended

Do you agree or disagree with the following statements? Why or why not? 1) Science, math, and engineering are more valuable than literature, history, and the arts. 2) It is important to treat yourself and indulge in the finer things in life. 3) It is better to be feared than loved.

Multiple Choice

What were two major areas that experienced a rebirth during the Renaissance?

• Art and learning

• Science and religion

• Politics and warfare

• Trade and agriculture

Multiple Choice

Which region did the Renaissance begin in, and what does the term 'Renaissance' mean?

• Northern Italy; Rebirth

• Southern France; Revolution

• Western Germany; Enlightenment

• Eastern Spain; Discovery

Multiple Choice

Compare the social structure depicted in the feudal pyramid and the capitalist pyramid. What is one major difference between the two systems?

• Feudalism is based on land and loyalty, capitalism is based on wealth and class.

• Both systems have kings at the top.

• Capitalism has no social hierarchy.

• Feudalism is based on trade.

Multiple Select

Which of the following Italian city-states became rich from trade during the Renaissance?

• Florence

• Venice

• Genova

• Rome

Multiple Choice

What role did the Medici family play in supporting the arts in Florence during the Renaissance?

• They were large patrons of the arts.

• They opposed artistic development.

• They only supported science.

• They were not involved in the arts.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a main idea of Renaissance Humanism?

• Individualism

• Realism

• Secularism

• Absolutism

Multiple Choice

Based on the paintings shown, which elements can be used to infer the social class of the women depicted?

• Clothing

• Background

• Use of color and line technique

• All of the above

Multiple Choice

Which Renaissance figure wrote 'The Prince' and promoted political effectiveness over moral righteousness?

• Michelangelo

• William Shakespeare

• Niccolo Machiavelli

• Leonardo da Vinci

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the main characteristics of humanism during the Renaissance?

• A focus on individual achievement and classical learning

• A strict adherence to religious doctrine

• An emphasis on feudal loyalty and chivalry

• A rejection of all forms of art and science