Exploring the Renaissance and Reformation

The video explores the Renaissance and Reformation periods in European history. It covers the Renaissance's origins in Italy, highlighting the role of trade and humanism. Key figures like Michelangelo and Leonardo da Vinci are discussed, along with the impact of the printing press and Shakespeare's literature. The Reformation is examined, focusing on Martin Luther's role in challenging the Catholic Church and the emergence of Protestantism.

What does the term 'Renaissance' mean?

• Reformation

• Revolution

• Revival

• Rebirth

Which city was the most important during the Renaissance period?

• Rome

• Venice

• Florence

• Milan

What was the new way of understanding the world called, based on ancient Greek and Roman ideas?

• Empiricism

• Humanism

• Skepticism

• Rationalism

Who was a famous Renaissance painter and sculptor known for his realistic works?

• Michelangelo

• Donatello

• Raphael

• Leonardo da Vinci

Which famous sculpture by Michelangelo depicts a biblical king?

• David

• The Thinker

• Venus de Milo

• The Discus Thrower

What term is used to describe someone who excels in many different areas, like Leonardo da Vinci?

• Polymath

• Prodigy

• Renaissance Man

• Virtuoso

Who invented the printing press in the early 1450s?

• Johann Gutenberg

• Nicolaus Copernicus

• Galileo Galilei

• Isaac Newton

Which famous Renaissance writer is best known for his plays, including comedies, histories, and tragedies?

• Geoffrey Chaucer

• William Shakespeare

• Dante Alighieri

• Miguel de Cervantes

What does the term 'Reformation' mean?

• Religious revival

• Religious reform

• Religious revolution

• Religious restoration

Who was the German monk that protested against the Catholic Church by nailing the 95 Theses?

• John Calvin

• Martin Luther

• Ulrich Zwingli

• John Knox