Renaissance Notes

What period is known as the "Rebirth of Knowledge" that occurred between 1300 and 1600?

• A) The Middle Ages

• B) The Enlightenment

• C) The Renaissance

• D) The Industrial Revolution

What does the term "Renaissance" mean?

• Rebirth

• Revolution

• Rebuild

• Renewal

What was a key characteristic of the Renaissance?

• Rebirth of art and learning

• Decline of art and science

• Focus on modern technology

• Disinterest in classical cultures

During the Renaissance, there was renewed interest in the civilizations of which ancient cultures?

• Greece and Rome

• Egypt and Mesopotamia

• India and China

• Aztec and Maya

Where did the Renaissance begin?

• Northern Italy

• Southern France

• Eastern Germany

• Western Spain

Which Italian city-state is NOT mentioned as having become rich from trade in the image?

• Florence

• Rome

• Venice

• Genoa

From which regions did the Italian city-states receive goods, according to the image?

• North America

• Middle East and Asia

• South America

• Africa

How were the wealthy Italian city-states governed?

• As monarchies

• As republics

• As colonies

• As federations

What role did the Italian city-states play in trade according to the image?

• They were primary producers

• They were minor traders

• They were trading centers for distribution

• They were exclusive consumers

What was the Medici family known for in Florence during the Renaissance?

• They were famous artists.

• They were a wealthy banking family known as the "Godfathers of the Renaissance."

• They were prominent politicians.

• They were leading scientists.