Renaissance Flashcards
What is the Renaissance?
A cultural and intellectual movement from the 14th to 17th centuries, characterized by a revival of classical civilization
When did the Renaissance occur?
14th-17th centuries (late medieval times)
Where did the Renaissance begin and where did it spread?
Italy, Europe
List key features of the Renaissance.
Revival of ancient Greco-Roman civilization
- studied and applied theories and art styles to works
Emphasis on humanism
-no longer God-centred (detach from church tconcerned with worldly affairs, human-centred
* Challenge to tradition
What led to the decline of the feudal system?
- The Crusades
- The Black Death
How did the Black Death affect the feudal system?
It killed a significant portion of the peasant population, destabilizing the system
What was one effect of the decline of the Church’s influence during the Renaissance?
Rulers refused to pay taxes, leading to a loss of respect for the Church
True or False: The Crusades only resulted in loss of life.
False
What role did Eastern knowledge play in the Renaissance?
It contributed advancements in science, mathematics, medicine, and astronomy to Europe
What was the significance of wealthy city-states during the Renaissance?
They fostered the rise of merchants who supported arts and sciences
How did the rise of universities contribute to the Renaissance?
Education became less controlled by the Church, focusing on subjects like medicine, law, and philosophy
Fill in the blank: Renaissance literature was written in _______.
[the writer’s own native language]
What themes were prevalent in Renaissance literature?
- Humanism
- Worldly matters
- Criticism of the Church
Name a key work by Dante.
Divine Comedy
Why was the invention of the printing press significant?
It allowed for faster and cheaper book production, spreading Renaissance ideas
Who wrote the Decameron?
Boccaccio
What was a major change in the audience for literature during the Renaissance?
It expanded to the general public instead of just priests and scholars
List three differences between Medieval and Renaissance literature.
- Language: Latin vs. native languages
- Content: Religious vs. worldly matters
- Audience: Limited vs. general public
How did the Renaissance challenge traditional church teachings?
By promoting rational thinking and scientific discoveries
What was the essence of the Renaissance?
A cultural and intellectual change from simple to increasingly sophisticated thinking
True or False: The Renaissance was limited to only one part of Europe.
False
