Chapter 3: The Humanist Approach Flashcards

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What was classical time based around?

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Classical time was based on humanism

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2
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Who created the David?

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Michaelangelo

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3
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What does the David represent?

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It represents that they the people can overcome the government

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What did the educated people of the Renaissance think of ancient works?

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Thy admired the elegant writing styles

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What was the Renaissance worldview based on?

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Classical civilization and Islamic civilization that preserved the knowledge of classical civilization

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How was humanism connected with religion?

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To develop ones talents was to serve God because God provided you with those talents

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What were the four things humanists believed?

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  • Human beings can use the power of reason to find truth for themselves
  • It is important for a person to have an open, curious, questioning mind
  • People can achieve great things through learning
  • Individuals should be skilled in many different areas
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8
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What is civic humanism?

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Public service was the duty of everyone in soviety

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What did civic humanists believe?

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Civic humanists believed that being responsible citizen meant educating yourself about history and political issues and working to improve society.

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Why did humanists put so much emphasis on education?

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They believed it was important to train people’s characters as well as their minds

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How was religion affected during the Renaissance time?

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Because humanism encouraged open questioning minds people didn’t need the church to tell them everything

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What kind of themes of art was there in the Middle Ages and Renaissance?

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Religious themes and landscapes

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What are the elements Renaissance artists used to paint?

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Natural world
Light and shadow
Texture and pattern
Realistic details
Elegance
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What were artists seen as before they became popular?

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They went from skilled labourer to artist

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15
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Why did people begin to sign their work?

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To take credit for their masterpieces

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16
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Why did historic books become more accessible?

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Because they were written in the vernacular of the nation

17
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Who was Christian de Pisan?

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She was the first professional European writer