7.40/7.41 Venice Italy and Reniassance

What was one reason that Italy became the center of the Renaissance in Europe?

• It was invaded by the Moors, making it the most advanced European civilization.

• It was geographically located on the Mediterranean Sea, making it a center for trade.

• It was untouched by the Crusades, leaving it in better condition than other parts of Europe.

• It was the home of Ancient Athens, giving it a unique and historical power.

Why did Italy become the birthplace of the Renaissance?

• A. Its location near several exploration routes prevented growth.

• B. Its location connected it to classical civilizations and trade with the Middle East.

• C. Its language was easily translated to Arabic and Germanic languages.

• D. Its democratic government helped support new ideas.

How did the increase of trade on the Italian Peninsula lead to the Renaissance?

• A. A weakened economy fueled revolutionary ideas in Europe.

• B. The growth of businesses led to an increased belief in traditional thought.

• C. Increased wealth allowed the wealthy to invest in the arts.

• D. Increased interaction with cultures outside of Europe unified Italian culture.

How did the European economy change during the Renaissance? Select two that apply.

• Coin money became less important.

• International trade became more important.

• A merchant class developed.

• Inventions became less important.

• Feudalism became more important.

How did the reopening of the Silk Road impact Europe? Select ALL that apply.

• It strengthened the economy of Europe.

• It weakened the influence of organized religion in Europe.

• It increased cultural interactions between Asia and Europe.

• It created military conflicts in Europe.

• It separated Europe from its colonies in Africa.

What was one reason why trade in Italy increased during the Renaissance?

• It has easy access to the Mediterranean Sea.

• It is geographically isolated.

• It was colonized by China.

• It had a feudal economy.

Why was the geography of the Italian Peninsula beneficial to promoting trade between independent cities?

• A. Its location near the Alps isolated its ports from other civilizations.

• B. Its location near the Songhai Empire prevented it from accessing natural resources.

• C. Its location near the Ottoman Empire allowed its cities to study new technologies.

• D. Its location near the center of the Mediterranean Sea allowed it to ship goods easily.

How did the development of the city of Florence impact Italian culture during the Renaissance?

• It decreased the importance of education.

• It decreased the development of new technologies.

• It increased the poverty among lower social classes.

• It increased the importance of art.

How did the development of the city of Florence impact Italian culture during the Renaissance? Select three that apply.

• It increased the importance of education.

• It increased the development of new technologies.

• It increased the poverty among lower social classes.

• It increased the importance of art.

• It increased the importance of the military.

Why did the trade cities of Italy have easier access to resources than other European cities?

• A. They were isolated by the Alps.

• B. They were the closest city to Asia.

• C. They were unable to access natural harbors on the Atlantic coast.

• D. They were centrally located near the Mediterranean Sea.