Which of the following is NOT an item type a student can expect to see on the LEAP?

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A period of cultural, artistic, and intellectual revival in Europe, following the Middle Ages, marked by a renewed interest in classical art, philosophy, and literature

The desire for advanced education increased during the Renaissance, which led to the building of centers of learning in Europe called: ______________.

A philosophical stance that emphasizes the value and agency of human beings, advocating for human dignity, freedom, and the development of human potential through reason, science, and critical thinking, rather than relying on supernatural beliefs or religion. 

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One famous humanist during the Renaissance was ________________. He collected ancient Roman texts and was inspired. He then became a poet and writer.

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_________________ was a young architect during the Renaissance who is most famously remembered for designing the dome of the Florence Cathedral and for his invention of linear perspective.

Part A: A person who gives money or other support to someone, such as an artist.

Part B: An Italian banking family and political dynasty that ruled Florence and were mostly known for their influence on the Italian Renaissance by supporting artists like Leonardo da Vinci during this time.

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________________ became famous for his paintings, such as the Mona Lisa and the Last Supper. He also made detailed sketches of plants, people, and even flying machines. He was skilled in art, science, and engineering. He exemplified the Renaissance ideal of exposure to all domains of learning.

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________________ was a writer, philosopher, and political thinker. He worked for the Florentine government and wrote about how government should work. His book The Prince explained his political ideas. The book argues that rulers should be judged by how well they protect their people, not by how kind they are. He argued that rulers needed to be both loved and feared to stay in power. His ideas about politics and government were groundbreaking and helped shape how people think about politics in the modern world.

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_________________ was an Italian sculptor, painter, architect, and poet, widely considered one of the greatest artists of all time, known for iconic works like the David sculpture and the Sistine Chapel ceiling frescoes. 

Johannes Gutenberg was a goldsmith who created one of the most revolutionary inventions at this time! The invention involved three technologies. It transformed Europe by making books more accessible and affordable, leading to increased literacy and the spread of knowledge. 

The ___________ is a period of significant religious, cultural, and social upheaval in 16th-century Europe, is generally considered to have begun in 1517 with Martin Luther's publication of his "95 Theses" and ended around 1648 with the Treaty of Westphalia. 

The removal or reduction of certain punishments for sin, linked to a special act of penance.

A person who challenges existing ideas in an institution.

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_________ was the most famous Church reformer. He was a professor, a priest, and a monk. He had strong ideas about right and wrong and what the Church should do. One of the major issues he had with the Church concerned the sale of indulgences. The Church was selling forgiveness to people for money instead of teaching them about religion and he thought this was wrong. He made a list of all the things he thought the Church was doing wrong and posted it on a church door for everyone to see. These were called his ninety-five theses.

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___________ was a religious reformer who studied theology and Martin Luther's teachings. He shared similar beliefs as Luther; however he believed in the idea of predestination (the idea that a person’s

salvation has already been decided by God.)

After Martin Luther posted his ninety-five thesis, the response to his thoughts and this change were mixed. Some people wanted to keep things the way they were and stay loyal to the Catholic Church. Other, supported his views and the changes that they felt needed to be made, and joined the new ______________ religion and churches that were formed.

____________ was a series of conflicts between several countries in Europe. The war began as a dispute between the Catholic Church and Protestant groups. It became a power struggle between

European states. During the war, many people lost their lives to violence, famine, and

disease. The Treaty of Westphalia, signed in 1648, marked the end of the war.

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______________, who reigned in England from 1509 to 1547, famously broke with the Roman Catholic Church, established the Church of England, married six times, and oversaw significant changes in English religion, politics, and the Royal Navy. 

The _____________, occurring roughly between 1500 and 1700, was a period of transformative scientific advancements that led to a shift from traditional, often religiously-based, explanations of the natural world to a more empirical and experimental approach. 

Ptolemy's theory, known as the Ptolemaic system, is a __________ model of the universe where the Earth is stationary at the center, with the Sun, Moon, and planets revolving around it in a series of nested, transparent spheres. 

Nicolaus Copernicus, a Polish astronomer, proposed a model of the solar system, placing the Sun at the center rather than the Earth, which was the prevailing geocentric view at the time. 

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__________ is known for his work in physics, mathematics, and astronomy. He discovered basic laws governing the universe, such as the law of gravity. He helped explain how objects move and why they move in certain ways. His discoveries helped scientists better understand the universe. His work demonstrated that the universe follows rules that can be discovered and understood through scientific study.

Why did the Renaissance begin in Italy?

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

The Medici family sponsored the works of numerous artists and literature including Michelangelo, Leonardo Da Vinci, and Sandro Boticelli. What was the system of sponsorship called?

What is at the middle of a Heliocentric system?

What is at the middle of a Geocentric system?

What is the biggest difference between the Geocentric Model and the Heliocentric Model?