The Renaissance 6-6.1

Why did Italy become the birthplace of the Renaissance?

• Its location near several exploration routes prevented growth.

• Its location connected it to classical civilizations and trade with the Middle East.

• Its language was easily translated to Arabic and Germanic languages.

• Its democratic government helped support new ideas.

What role did the concept of humanism play in the Renaissance?

• It justified and inspired much of what was created in the Renaissance.

• It slowed artistic and educational growth during the Renaissance.

• It applied religious morals and ideas to Renaissance writing and arts.

• It provided the basis for Renaissance politics and government.

Which city is most closely associated with the rise of the Renaissance in Europe?

• Barcelona, Spain

• Florence, Italy

• London, England

• Moscow, Russia

With what idea is the European Renaissance most closely associated?

• an increase of poverty and sickness

• a growth of conservative ideas

• a renewed interest in Greek and Roman ideas

• a loss of respect for math science

How did the increase of 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.

What famous inventor created the machine in this picture and helped increase literacy throughout the world?

• Michelangelo

• Guttenberg

• Da Vinci

• Machiavelli

Which factor most contributed to the start of the Renaissance in Italy?

• Wealthy Italian families, such as the Medicis, used their money to support the arts.

• An overproduction of crops resulted in a decreased need for farmers.

• The Catholic Church encouraged people to gain more secular knowledge.

• Kings and queens ordered people to participate in cultural events.

How did the humanists of the Renaissance differ from the philosophers of the Middle Ages?

• The humanists avoided influence from Greek and Roman culture.

• The humanists emphasized the importance of the individual.

• The humanists spoke out against the Catholic Church.

• The humanists focused solely on spiritual growth.

What invention led to the increased literacy rates during the Renaissance?

• the scientific method

• the steam powered printing press

• the moveable type printing press

• the book binder

What is one difference between the culture of Western Europe during the Medieval period as compared to the Renaissance?

• During the Medieval period many people left Christianity for other world religions.

• During the Renaissance people became more focused on life on earth rather than on heaven.

• During the Renaissance people rejected Greek culture and philosophy.

• During the Medieval period there was no trade economy.