AP European History: The Renaissance

This video introduces the Renaissance, a cultural movement in Europe marked by a revival of classical texts and the philosophy of humanism. Key figures like Petrarch laid the groundwork for humanism, emphasizing human potential. The invention of the printing press facilitated the spread of Renaissance ideas, challenging traditional power structures. Civic humanism emerged, applying humanist principles to politics, with thinkers like Machiavelli influencing political thought. The Renaissance also saw advancements in art and architecture, with a focus on naturalism and classical themes. The video concludes with resources for further study.

What does the term 'Renaissance' mean?

• Reformation

• Revival

• Rebirth

• Revolution

Who is considered the father of the Renaissance for laying its intellectual framework?

• Petrarch

• Giovanni Pico della Mirandola

• Leonardo da Vinci

• Niccolò Machiavelli

What new discipline did Lorenzo Valla contribute to during the Renaissance?

• Theology

• Alchemy

• Astrology

• Philology

What invention in the 1440s helped spread Renaissance ideas rapidly?

• The compass

• The telescope

• The printing press

• The steam engine

What is the main idea behind civic humanism?

• Decoupling religious belief from society

• Promoting individualism over community

• Applying humanistic education to public life

• Focusing on religious studies

What was Machiavelli's primary concern in his book 'The Prince'?

• The moral virtues of a ruler

• The preservation of power

• The religious duties of a leader

• The economic prosperity of a state

Which Renaissance artist is known for the painting 'The Last Supper'?

• Raphael

• Michelangelo

• Leonardo da Vinci

• Donatello

What artistic technique was used to create depth in Renaissance paintings?

• Chiaroscuro

• Sfumato

• Geometric perspective

• Fresco

Which artist's work exemplifies the humanist influence by depicting figures like Greek gods?

• Michelangelo

• Raphael

• Titian

• Leonardo da Vinci

What architectural style did Filippo Brunelleschi use in the church of San Lorenzo?

• Gothic

• Baroque

• Roman

• Rococo