Chapter 5.1 - The Renaissance (p162-169)
The Italian Renaissance
The Italian Renaissance
- What does the word Renaissance mean?
- What vocabulary term does the book use to describe the a more "worldly" view that arose during the Renaissance?
- What ancient culture(s) did Italian thinkers develop an interest and admiration for?
- Who was a “Renaissance Man” because he had achievements in many areas, including as a painter, sculptor, architect, inventory, and mathematician?
- What groups did the Renaissance have a substantial impact on, and who did it only affect indirectly?
- List three cities that expanded and played a crucial role in Italian politics during this time.
- What family came to dominate the city of Florence while it was the cultural center of Italy?
- Who took charge in Florence after the Medicis, and why did he eventually lose power?
Machiavelli on Power
- Who was the author of The Prince
- What are the main ideas put forward in his book?
Renaissance Society
- What percentage of the population did the nobility represent?
- Who was the author of the Book of the Courtier?
- What are the main ideas put forward in his book?
- What percentage of the population did peasants represent?
- What percentage of the population did townspeople represent?
- Why were most marriages arranged during the Renaissance?
- During the Renaissance, how did children legally become adults?
Social History
- For each artist shown on these pages, list one or two works they created.
