The Renaissance Part 1

The Renaissance was the "rebirth" of what in Europe?

• Crusades

• Religion and Feudal System

• Art, Literature, and trade

• Islam

What are two things that changed to start the Renaissance? (Choose 2)

• The church became more powerful

• The population began learning new cultures and ideas

• Trade declined

• Banking System started

Where did the Renaissance begin?

• Italian Peninsula

• Germany

• Constantinople

• Ghana

What is a Guild?

• an Army

• an Organization regulating trade

• an Architect company

What city is considered the birthplace of the Renaissance?

• Berlin

• Florence

• Constantinople

How did the European economy change during the Renaissance?

• International trade became more important.

• Feudalism became more important

• Coin money became less important.

• A merchant class developed.

How did the increase in trade on the Italian Peninsula lead to the Renaissance?

• A weakened economy fueled revolutionary ideas in Europe.

• The growth of businesses led to an increased belief in traditional thought.

• Increased wealth allowed the wealthy to invest in the arts.

• Increased interaction with cultures outside of Europe unified Italian culture.

Which important wealthy family help fund projects in "italy" helping spur the renaissance?

• da Vinci

• Medici

• Machiavelli

• Shakespear

The Medici family was known for its sponsorship. What group benefited the most from their wealth?

• textile and manufacturing guilds

• supporters of the sciences and politics

• priests and theologians

• painters, sculptors, and philosophers

Which historical figure is credited with beginning the Renaissance in Italy?

• Cosimo de’ Medici

• Pope Gregory VII

• Queen Isabella I

• King Henry VIII