Causes of the Renaissance
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What contributed to the decline of feudalism during the Renaissance?

  • The spread of eastern knowledge and revival of European interest in ancient art and learning
  • The Crusades and the departure of nobles to join the wars (correct)
  • The rise of wealthy classes and rapid growth of trade between Europe and the East
  • The rise of universities and the control of schools by the church

    • What impact did the Black Death have on feudalism?

  • Feudalism transitioned into a more democratic system
  • Feudalism became more centralized as a response to the population decline
  • Feudalism eventually collapsed, leading to greater freedom and more time for art and learning (correct)
  • Feudalism strengthened due to increased reliance on serfs for labor

    • How did the crusaders contribute to the Renaissance?

  • They brought back new knowledge in mathematics, science, astronomy, and medicine from the Arab world (correct)
  • They established new trade routes that directly led to the Renaissance
  • They introduced new religious practices that inspired artistic expression
  • They focused on preserving traditional European art and culture

    • What fueled the rapid growth of trade between Europe and the East during the Renaissance?

    <p>Trade grew rapidly due to the Crusades, with Italian city states becoming major Mediterranean trading centers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did universities contribute to the development of the Renaissance?

    <p>The universities promoted intellectual exploration and the study of various subjects</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a major reason for the wealth of Italian cities and states during the Renaissance?

    <p>They benefited from the trade between Europe and Asia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What major development occurred in literature during the Renaissance?

    <p>Shift from religion to human affairs as a theme</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who invented the movable-type printing press in 1450?

    <p>Johannes Gutenberg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Italian writer penned 'The Divine Comedy' during the Renaissance?

    <p>Dante</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'The Decameron', criticizing the wrongdoings of the church, was written by which Italian writer during the Renaissance?

    <p>Boccaccio</p> Signup and view all the answers

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