Renaissance Escape Room

Where did the Renaissance begin?

• Italy

• France

• England

• Spain

Which statement is NOT true about the Renaissance?

• Ancient Greek and Roman ideas inspired Renaissance thinkers.

• The Renaissance followed the Dark Ages in Europe.

• Renaissance artists studied classical art and architecture.

• The Renaissance never spread beyond Italy.

Why did the Renaissance begin in Italy?

• Italian city-states had protection from the Mongols which allowed them to be a strong area in Europe.

• Italian city-states were at the center of trade routes in the Med. Sea, which led to wealth and new ideas.

• Italian city-states had a strong market economy that allowed them to grow wealthier than other areas.

• Italy was the home of the former Roman Empire and therefore easily became powerful once more.

How did patrons play a role in the development of Renaissance Italy?

• They had the most political power

• They were sent by the church to watch over people

• They paid to create libraries, schools, and art

• They traveled and spread the Renaissance ideas all over Europe

Which statement best describes Renaissance humanism?

• People need to rely more on the religion to better their lives

• People have the ability to control their own lives and problem-solve.

• People should believe what they are told without experimentation.

• Only people who went to university should be artists or observe nature.