Italian Renaissance Quiz

What does the word 'Renaissance' mean?

• Renewal

• Revolution

• Reformation

• Rebirth

Which family ruled the city of Florence during the Renaissance?

• The Medicis

• The Gonzagas

• The Borgias

• The Sforzas

What was the primary medium used by early Renaissance painters like Giotto and Fra Angelico?

• Oil paint

• Egg tempera

• Acrylic

• Watercolor

Who invented the printing press, helping to spread Renaissance ideas?

• Leonardo da Vinci

• Johannes Gutenberg

• Michelangelo

• Filippo Brunelleschi

What architectural feature is the Florence Cathedral most famous for?

• Its columns

• Its pilasters

• Its dome

• Its arches

Who designed the dome of the Florence Cathedral?

• Leonardo da Vinci

• Michelangelo

• Filippo Brunelleschi

• Raphael

What new painting technique was introduced during the Renaissance to create three-dimensional settings?

• Fresco

• Chiaroscuro

• Sfumato

• Perspective

Which artist is known for painting the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel?

• Michelangelo

• Leonardo da Vinci

• Raphael

• Donatello

What was a common occupation for women during the Renaissance?

• Architects

• Silk weavers

• Goldsmiths

• Bankers

What was a popular pastime during the Renaissance?

• Tennis

• Basketball

• Chess

• Soccer