Renaissance Period Quiz

What does the word “renaissance” mean?

• Re-birth

• Reform

• Revolution

• Revelation

What were the classics or classicism?

• Art from the Renaissance period

• Ancient Greek and Roman culture

• Medieval literature

• Modern architecture

Give two reasons why the Renaissance began in Italy.

• Influence of Northern Europe, Wealth of Spain

• Italy's wealth and trade with the Middle East

• Influence of Greece and Rome, Wealth of Germany

• Spread of Plague, Influence of France

What was the reason behind Italy’s wealth?

• International trade and wealthy patrons

• Influence of Northern Europe, Spread of Plague

• Influence of Greece and Rome, Wealth of Spain

• Spread of Plague, Wealth of Germany

Who was the richest banker in Italy?

• Leonardo da Vinci

• Michelangelo

• Cosimo I de' Medici

• Albercht Durer

Describe Renaissance art.

• Minimalist and modern

• Abstract and symbolic

• Surreal and futuristic

• Realistic and copied from classical models

What is perspective?

• A form of sculpture

• A type of painting

• A technique showing three dimensions on a flat surface

• A style of architecture

What are patrons?

• Art critics

• Supporters of the arts

• Art collectors

• Artists' assistants

Why were patrons important?

• They were wealthy merchants

• They were famous artists themselves

• They provided financial support to artists

• They were art historians

In your own words, what was a humanist?

• A political activist

• A religious leader

• Someone who studied worldly subjects

• A supporter of the church