Renaissance Quiz Review

Based on the meaning of the French word "renaissance," the period called the Renaissance refers to the

• rebirth of classical culture.

• restoration of basic human values.

• remainder of learning not yet lost.

• remembrance of better times.

Suppose you could look at several paintings made in Italy before 1600. Which was most likely painted during the Renaissance?

• one in which nature is important

• one in which people appear stiff

• one with a solid blue background

• one that looks two-dimensional

The Renaissance philosophy of humanism included a belief in the

• need for foreign trade.

• worth of the individual.

• importance of tradition.

• authority of government.

Which art had the greatest influence on Renaissance artists?

• early medieval art

• ancient Greek and Roman art

• medieval Islamic art

• ancient Chinese art

Art flourished in Florence because...

• The Holy Roman Church invested in artists

• Wealthy businessmen invested in artists

• Artists had enough support from the public to thrive

• Gold was more available because of the Salt-Gold trade

What were most palazzi like?

• strong castles with thick walls for defense

• collections of shops similar to a modern mall

• wealthy townhomes built around central courtyards

• narrow old buildings still standing from ancient times

What important change made literature more popular during the Renaissance than it had been before?

• Writers wrote in their own languages.

• Writers wrote about religious topics.

• People believed that reading led to salvation.

• People believed that reading led to financial success.

What powerful family controlled Florence for almost 300 years?

• the Medici family

• the da Vinci family

• the Cardano family

• the Alighieri family

The architect Brunelleschi studied mathematics and ancient ruins. Then he designed a remarkable

• arched gate in the city wall.

• bridge lined with busy shops.

• tower with a view of the city.

• dome with no internal supports.

Which of the following was an achievement of Leonardo da Vinci? (choose all appropriate answers)

• He designed bridges, weapons, and many machines

• He built the first telescope used for looking into space

• He proved that objects of all weights fall at the same rate

• He painted the Sistine Chapel