Cosimo de' Medici and the Medici Family

Cosimo de' Medici, son of Giovanni de Medici, inherited wealth from the Medici Bank. Known as Cosimo the Elder, he established the Medici political dynasty and was titled 'Father of his Country' for his rule over Florence. The Medici family included influential figures like popes and kings. Cosimo was a notable patron of the arts, commissioning works by Donatello and funding Brunelleschi's dome in Florence.

Who was the founder of the Medici bank?

• Piero de Medici

• Lorenzo de Medici

• Giovanni de Medici

• Cosimo de' Medici

What title was awarded to Cosimo de' Medici for becoming the de facto ruler of Florence?

• Prince of Florence

• King of Florence

• Duke of Florence

• Father of his Country

Which famous portrait features Cosimo de' Medici?

• Primavera

• Man with a Medal

• The Birth of Venus

• The Last Supper

Which of the following roles did members of the Medici family NOT hold?

• Cardinals

• Kings

• Emperors

• Popes

Which artist created the sculpture 'David' that was commissioned by Cosimo de' Medici?

• Raphael

• Michelangelo

• Leonardo da Vinci

• Donatello

What significant architectural project did Cosimo fund after the original architect went bankrupt?

• The Leaning Tower of Pisa

• The Sistine Chapel

• St. Peter's Basilica

• The dome of Florence Cathedral