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Why did church officials CENSOR, or forbid (ban), many works of literature during the Renaissance?

• To prevent people from expressing their individuality.

• To prevent people from reading criticisms of the Church

• To prevent people from viewing secular themes.

• To prevent people from learning the Church's secret playbook for soccer games.

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One technique that Renaissance artists used to make their works of art appear more realistic and harmonious was LINEAR PERSPECTIVE, which was a...

• mathematical system for representing one-dimensional space on a flat surface.

• mathematical system for representing two-dimensional space on a flat surface.

• mathematical system for representing three-dimensional space on a flat surface.

• mathematical system for representing four-dimensional space on a flat surface.

How did Renaissance artists make their works of art appear more "balanced" and "pleasing" than Medieval art?

• Through the use of LINEAR PERSPECTIVE.

• Through the use of REALISM.

• Through the use of PROPORTION.

• Through the use of OIL PAINTS.

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Which of the following is NOT an example of "rebirth" during the Renaissance.

• Artwork focused on making people resemble the divine (holy / godlike).

• The revival of classical Greek and Roman art.

• The use of classical mathematics and the dome in architectural designs.

• Writer's studied classical literature.

• There was more of a focus on expressing individuality and the beauty of the world in art.

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Which of the following inventions led to an increase literacy rates, enabled people to learn about events in other areas of the world, and helped dawn the "Information Age?"

• Shakespeare's sonnets

• Gutenberg's printing press and movable type

• Cervantes' "Don Quixote"

• The use of linear persepctive

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Which of the following is NOT an example of how the Renaissance changed daily life?

• More books were written in the vernacular which led to increased literacy rates.

• A new calendar was created and the printing press allowed information to spread across the world.

• The wealthy and nobility were NOT the only group of people who could gain prestige.

• More people supported and donated money towards the Church in order to strengthen it.

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What is the primary theme of the Renaissance period in literature?

• Rebirth and revival of classical ideas

• The dominance of religious themes

• The exploration of futuristic concepts

• The focus on medieval traditions

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Which literary device was commonly used by Renaissance writers to enhance their storytelling?

• Metaphor

• Alliteration

• Hyperbole

• Irony

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Who is considered the most influential playwright of the English Renaissance?

• Christopher Marlowe

• Ben Jonson

• William Shakespeare

• Thomas Kyd

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What was a common characteristic of Renaissance poetry?

• Focus on religious themes

• Emphasis on humanism and individualism

• Use of complex scientific terminology

• Adherence to strict medieval forms

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