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What does the term Renaissance mean?
Rebirth
What three principal characteristics marked the Renaissance?
The Renaissance saw a decline in interest in classical texts.
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Who led the Protestant Reformation?
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The greatest novelist produced in Spain during the Renaissance was _____?
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Which of the following works is a product of the 17th century?
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What major question did Michel de Montaigne pose?
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The Renaissance had no impact on the development of modern science.
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Match the following authors with their notable works or contributions:
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Renaissance
- The Renaissance, meaning "rebirth," was a period that followed the Middle Ages in Europe.
- It marked a revival of interest in ancient Greek and Roman thought and culture.
- Key features of the Renaissance include:
- Renewed focus on learning and classical scholarship.
- The Protestant Reformation, which emphasized individual faith and experience.
- Voyages of exploration, culminating in Columbus's discovery of America.
- Prominent figures from this period include:
- Dante, Petrarch, and Boccaccio in Italy.
- Michel de Montaigne in France.
- Miguel de Cervantes in Spain.
- Luís Camões in Portugal.
- Lope de Vega and Gil Vicente in Spain and Portugal.
- Shakespeare, Christopher Marlowe, Ben Jonson, and John Webster in England.
- The Renaissance saw translations of the Bible into vernacular languages, setting standards for prose writing.
17th Century
- The 17th century was a turbulent period marked by political and social upheaval.
- The Renaissance created a foundation for the spread of new scientific and philosophical ideas.
- A central question of the century was exploring the nature of knowledge, faith, reason, and authority.
- This period witnessed significant works by:
- René Descartes (Discourse on Method)
- Blaise Pascal (Pensées)
- Francis Bacon (Advancement of Learning)
- Thomas Hobbes (Leviathan)
- These works challenged traditional thinking and language, leading to a "dissociation of sensibility" as described by T.S. Eliot.
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Explore the transformative period of the Renaissance, which ignited a revival of classical learning and cultural richness in Europe. This quiz covers prominent figures, key features, and significant events from the Renaissance and the subsequent 17th century, highlighting their impact on history and literature.
