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    What does Renaissance mean?

    It signifies a cultural rebirth in Europe.

    What initiated the Renaissance?

    Rediscovery of classical texts from Ancient Greece and Rome.

    How did the Black Plague affect the Renaissance?

    It contributed to the loss of access to classical texts.

    What was a key change during the Renaissance?

    Significant shifts in political, economic, and cultural landscapes.

    Who is considered the 'Father of the Renaissance'?

    Petrarch, for laying the intellectual groundwork.

    What philosophy did Petrarch develop?

    Humanism, emphasizing human potential.

    What is Philology?

    The study of language history and development.

    Who challenged the authority of certain documents?

    Lorenzo Valla through his philological studies.

    What did Giovanni Pico della Mirandola write?

    Oration on the Dignity of Man, discussing human potential.

    What does Secularism mean?

    Separation of religious belief from societal structures.

    What is Individualism?

    Emphasis on the importance of the individual over the community.

    How did the printing press impact the Renaissance?

    It accelerated the spread of Renaissance ideas.

    What subjects were included in Liberal Studies?

    Rhetoric, grammar, logic, history, and moral philosophy.

    What is Civic Humanism?

    Application of humanistic principles to political life.

    What did Baldassare Castiglione's The Courtier emphasize?

    Skills in humanistic disciplines and eloquence.

    What was Machiavelli's main argument in The Prince?

    A ruler's primary goal should be to preserve power.

    How did Renaissance art differ from medieval art?

    It expanded subjects beyond religious themes.

    What technique did Renaissance artists develop?

    Geometric Perspective for realistic depth in paintings.

    Who sculpted David?

    Michelangelo, depicting a strong humanist influence.

    What is notable about Raphael's The School of Athens?

    It showcases classical themes and geometric perspective.

    What architectural style did Filippo Brunelleschi reject?

    The Gothic style of medieval cathedrals.

    How did the Renaissance spread from Italy?

    Through the mass production of printed materials.

    What characterized Northern Renaissance art?

    A focus on ordinary people within a religious framework.

    What is Christian Humanism?

    A blend of humanism with Christian tradition.

    Who was Desiderius Erasmus?

    A leading figure in Christian Humanism and critic of corruption.

    What did Erasmus advocate for in societal reform?

    Education in the classics and the Bible.