Renaissance Revelations: The Cultural Shift in Italy's Artistic Landscape

The video explores the Italian Renaissance, a period of cultural rebirth from 1300 to 1550, focusing on humanism, individualism, and virtue. It discusses the economic, political, and cultural factors that led to the Renaissance, highlighting key figures in literature, art, and politics. The Renaissance's impact was initially limited to the elite but eventually influenced global ideas of individualism and human potential.

What does the term 'Renaissance' mean?

• Reformation

• Revival

• Rebirth

• Revolution

Which of the following was NOT a main theme of the Renaissance?

• Humanism

• Individualism

• Virtue

• Collectivism

What was a significant economic factor that contributed to the Renaissance?

• Trade and banking

• Textile manufacturing

• Agricultural expansion

• Mining industry

Which city-state was NOT mentioned as a core of Renaissance developments?

• Florence

• Rome

• Venice

• Milan

Who is considered the father of humanism?

• Castiglione

• Petrarch

• Boccaccio

• Machiavelli

What was unique about Boccaccio's 'Decameron'?

• It was written in Latin

• It offered religious lessons

• It was a collection of short stories

• It was a historical account

Which artist is known for the painting 'The Last Supper'?

• Donatello

• Leonardo da Vinci

• Raphael

• Michelangelo

What technique did Giotto use to create depth in his paintings?

• Fresco

• Chiaroscuro

• Sfumato

• Impasto

Who wrote 'The Prince', a book analyzing politics from a pragmatic standpoint?

• Castiglione

• Petrarch

• Niccolo Machiavelli

• Leonardo Bruni

What was a key focus of Renaissance scholars compared to medieval ones?

• Artistic expression

• Pragmatic and secular problem-solving

• Scientific exploration

• Religious devotion