Renaissance Quiz

What does the term "Renaissance" mean in French?

• Rebirth

• Revolution

• Revival

• Restoration

Which city is considered the birthplace of the Renaissance?

• Rome

• Milan

• Florence

• Venice

What was reintroduced during the Renaissance that fueled economic growth?

• Silver-based currency

• Barter system

• Gold-based currency

• Paper money

Which concept emphasized the importance of education and the belief in human potential during the Renaissance?

• Feudalism

• Humanism

• Scholasticism

• Mysticism

Who was a true polymath born in 1452, known for his works such as the Mona Lisa and The Last Supper?

• Michelangelo

• Raphael

• Leonardo da Vinci

• Donatello

Who played a crucial role in unifying humanistic ideas with Christianity during the Renaissance?

• Johannes Gutenberg

• Michelangelo

• Francesco Petrarch

• Galileo Galilei

What significant invention did Johannes Gutenberg contribute to in the late 15th century?

Which of the following works is Michelangelo known for?

• The Last Supper

• The Mona Lisa

• The Sistine Chapel ceiling

• The Starry Night

Galileo Galilei made significant contributions to which field?

• Literature

• Astronomy

• Medicine

• Law

What was one of the impacts of the Renaissance on European society?

• Decline in literacy levels

• Decreased interest in art and science

• Renewed interest in learning and intellectual pursuits

• Isolation from other continents