Renaissance & Reformation Study Guide

The word "Renaissance" means...

• rebirth

• reword

• ancient

• artistic

Why did Renaissance humanists study classical works?

• To deepen their religious life

• To help create a better earthly life

• To revive the Roman empire

• To reject religious traditions

Secularism was a shift from which feature of medieval life?

• feudal system

• a manor economy

• study of classical works

• emphasis on religion

Which of the following was a major reason Italy was the birthplace of the Renaissance?

• City-states in Italy were centers of trade and commerce

• Many of the great artists were Italian

• Feudalism was stronger in Italy than other parts of Europe

Which of the following reflects an effect of the Renaissance on daily life?

• More men joined the priesthood

• More women were active in politics and the arts

• Europe lost contact with other parts of the world

• Latin became the common language

What did Leonardo Da Vinci and Michelangelo have in common?

• They are both most known for their sculptures

• They were both active in many different fields

• Both turned away from religious subjects in their art

What was Johannes Gutenberg’s main achievement?

• 1. He invented wood block printing.

• 1. He popularized the use of vernacular.

• 1. He invented a printing machine that used movable type.

• 1. He translated the Bible into German.

Why did literacy rates rise during the Renaissance?

• Access to books increased due to the invention of the printing press.

• The quality of literature improved.

• The Church began to publish an index of books.

• More women and men took interest in the arts (theater, music etc.).

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