The Italian Renaissance

The Medici of Florence were the most powerful family of the Renaissance. They gained power and wealth through

• successful marriages to nobility

• the banking industry

• revolution

• birthright

What was a characteristic of the Renaissance in Europe?

• Increased power of the Catholic Church

• The study of classical literature from Asia

• Emphasizing the importance of human potential and achievements

• the importance of educating women to become leaders

Humanists during the Renaissance focused on "Classicism", so they studied

• the Bible and the message of the Catholic Church

• trade patterns between the Islamic and Byzantine Empires

• the cultural achievements of the Greeks and the Romans

• the role of the middle class, especially bankers and merchants

Renaissance means "rebirth

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The Renaissance began in

• Madrid, Spain

• Munich, Germany

• Florence, Italy

• Floral City, Florida