The Renaissance Begins - Vocabulary Flashcards
Classical art
art influenced by the styles and techniques of Ancient Greece and Roman
Renaissance
Time period (1300s - 1600s) of creativity, new ideas, interest in Art and learning
Perspective
Art or visual technique used to make objects appear closer
City-state
An independent state consisting of a city and it’s surrounding territory
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Currency
The form of money used in a country
Territory
A specific area of land
Republic
A form of government in which citizens elect representatives to rule for them
Humanism
Philosophy that stresses the importance of (values) human beings and their potential to do great work
Emphasis
Special importance
Humanities
Area of study that focus on human life, and culture such as history, literature and ethics
Individualism
The belief in the importance if an individual’s achievements and dignity
Contrast
A strong difference between two of more things