Renaissance Flashcards
1
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François 1er
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House of Valois Patron of arts Initiated renaissance by attracting artists to France Brought the Mona Lisa Absolute Monarchy, and Humanism Jacque Cartier and The New World Lead the conquest of Italy
2
Q
How did castles change?
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No longer defence, no Palaces/Showrooms
3
Q
Protestant Reform
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Calvin, Luther Separation from RCC Bible translated to German Protestantism spread through translation Wanted Priests to Marry Re-Introduction of Purgatory Mostly Northern European
4
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What were Bishops/Priests main issues with the RCC
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Indulgences: paying to be absolved
Buying positions within the clergy
5
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What were Protestants of France also called?
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Huguenots
6
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What two controversial moves did Henry IV make, regarding religion
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Spread the Edict of Nantes (rights for Huguenots)
Converted to Catholicism when crowned
7
Q
Who was Henry IV before?
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Henry III of Navarre, a protestant who married King Henry IX’s sister.
8
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Massacre of St. Bartholomew:
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Aug 23, 1572
Instigated by Queen Mother Catherine, and ordered by King Henry IX
Mass Catholic violence against Huguenots to prevent rebellion
>30,000 killed
Many fled to GER/SWZ
