Mid-Term Study Guide Flashcards
Define Renaissance.
The period of history between the 14th and 17th centuries when there was a new interest in science, ancient art, and literature. (especially in Italy) - rebirth
Who were the d’Medici?
The d’Medici’s were a wealthy Italian family with a wide range of history throughout the early centuries. - banking family, highly influential in politics
Why is da Vinci considered a true Renaissance man?
He is considered a true Renaissance man because he was extremely talented, in many aspects. He was a painter, engineer, sculptor and even studied the human anatomy. In addition to that, he is thought to have been a very handsome man with great strength and a fine singing voice.
Why did Martin Luther dislike indulgences?
He felt that it was wrong to promise that souls would be relieved from purgatory based on a simple contribution, and he also felt that the pope did not have the right to grant a pardon from God. - only God could remove sins, not the church
Why was Machiavelli a controversial figure?
The Prince, he was very practical and was kinda a villain (be feared. he thought he could just control people
What was a dowry?
Property or money brought by a bride to her husband. -
What was the first Protestant faith?
Lutheranism
Who was Christine de Pizan?
An Italian medieval writer. She is well known for her works written in defense of women. - was paid
Why did Castiglione write the Book of the Courtier?
Proper edict and described the renaissance men
Define philosophy
The study of the fundamental nature of knowledge, reality, and existence, especially when considered as an academic discipline. - study of knowledge & and thinking
What was the central issue of the Hundred Years’ War? Who fought? Who won?
The central issue was gaining control over the throne of France. It was fought between France and England. France won. - England was trying to get control of France
What was the purpose of the Reconquista?
Christians tried to take back Iberian Peninsula from muslims
Define secular-
Being uninterested in religion or religious matters; The opposite of sacred.
Describe a patron of the arts.
Someone who acts as a patron to or supports charities, organizations, and individuals that work in or concern the arts. - bought art
What does it mean to work “in the vernacular”?
write in modern day language
How did the intellectual and cultural movement known as Humanism come about?
thriving cities, wealthy merchants
Why is Johann Gutenberg significant?
invented printing press
Which religious group believed in predestination? What is predestination?
Calvinism - predestination is where God already has chosen your path and your fate is sealed
Who founded the Jesuits and for what reason?
Ignatious of loyola - for missionary work
Why did other religions refer to Anabaptists as RADICAL Christians?
extremely strict and baptism later in life
What did the Act of Supremacy do?
The Act of Supremacy was legislation in 1534 that granted King Henry VIII of England Royal Supremacy, which means that he was declared the supreme head of the Church of England. - put him in charge of church of England
Who painted the Last Supper and the Mona Lisa?
Leonardo da Vinci
Why is Roberto Valturio important?
Roberto Valturio was an Italian engineer and writer born in Rimini. He was the author of De Re military (history of warfare)
Who is the most famous Elizabethan playwright?
Shakespeare
Why is John Wycliff important?
John Wycliff translated the Bible into English, opposed some of the teachings of the Catholic Church, and is considered the main precursor of the Protestant Reformation.
Who was Petrarch?
Petrarch was an Italian scholar and poet in Renaissance Italy, and one of the earliest humanists. - father of humanism
Who was Massacio?
Masaccio was the first great Italian painter of the Quattrocento period of the Italian Renaissance. - ceresto
Who was Michelangelo?
Michelangelo was famous for painting the Sistine Chapel and carving the statue of David. -