Renaissance and Humanism
History ⇒ World History
Renaissance and Humanism starts at 9 and continues till grade 12.
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Describe the difference between Medieval and Renaissance art.
Describe the impact of the Renaissance on European society.
Describe the role of patrons in the development of Renaissance art.
Explain how Renaissance ideas spread to Northern Europe.
Explain how the Renaissance contributed to the Scientific Revolution.
Explain the main features of Humanism.
Explain the term 'secularism' in the context of the Renaissance.
Read the following passage and answer the question: 'During the Renaissance, scholars began to study ancient Greek and Roman texts, leading to a revival of classical learning. This movement encouraged a focus on individual achievement and worldly experience.' Based on the passage, what were two key features of Renaissance Humanism?
The Renaissance began in which country? (1) France (2) Italy (3) England (4) Germany
Which of the following best describes the impact of Humanism on literature? (1) Focused only on religious texts (2) Encouraged writing in vernacular languages (3) Discouraged classical learning (4) Promoted feudal values
Which of the following best explains why the Renaissance began in Italy? (1) Italy's geographic location and wealth (2) Lack of universities (3) Strong feudal system (4) Isolation from trade routes
Which of the following is a famous Renaissance architectural work? (1) The Parthenon (2) St. Peter's Basilica (3) The Eiffel Tower (4) The Colosseum
Fill in the blank: ________ is known for painting the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel.
Fill in the blank: ________ wrote 'The Prince', a famous work on political theory during the Renaissance.
Fill in the blank: The invention of the ________ by Johannes Gutenberg greatly contributed to the spread of Renaissance ideas.
Fill in the blank: The Renaissance encouraged the study of ________ literature and philosophy.
True or False: Humanism rejected all forms of religion.
True or False: Renaissance thinkers believed in the unlimited potential of human beings.
True or False: The Renaissance led to the decline of feudalism in Europe.
True or False: The Renaissance period encouraged questioning of traditional authority and promoted scientific inquiry.
