Lesson 33 Final Quiz: The Renaissance Begins

What does the French word "Renaissance" mean?

• Rebirth

• Revolution

• Enlightenment

• New beginning

What time period does "Classical" refer to in the context of the Renaissance?

• The cultures of ancient Greece and Rome

• The early Middle Ages

• The era of Enlightenment

• The modern era

Which philosophy developed in Italy during the Renaissance?

• Humanism

• Realism

• Feudalism

• Capitalism

What was a major effect of the Renaissance on European society?

• It encouraged a renewed interest in ancient cultures

• It led to a decline in artistic expression

• It decreased the power of the Roman Catholic Church

• It reinforced the feudal system

What term is used to describe a system of government where power is concentrated in a central city and its surrounding territory?

• Democracy

• Monarchy

• City-state

• Empire

Which term best represents the period in European history that marked a revival of art, culture, and intellect started in Italy?

• Enlightenment

• Renaissance

• Middle Ages

• Baroque

Which term refers to a form of government where the state is considered a public matter, not private property or the ruler?

• Oligarchy

• Republic

• Dictatorship

• Anarchy

What is the term for a cultural and intellectual movement that emphasizes classical learning and values?

• Romanticism

• Humanism

• Realism

• Naturalism

When did the Renaissance begin and in which country did it originate?

• 1400s, France

• 1300s, Italy

• 1500s, Germany

• 1200s, Spain

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of classical art?

• Figures were often idealized

• Scenes showed only mythical creatures

• Bodies looked active and motion was believable

• Faces were calm and without emotion