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The Medici Family of Florence, Italy
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The Medici Family of Florence, Italy

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What was Lorenzo di Piero de' Medici's nickname?

  • The Magnificent (correct)
  • The Extraordinary
  • The Brilliant
  • The Influential

    • What position did Lorenzo di Piero de' Medici's son, Giovanni, hold in the church?

  • Bishop
  • Priest
  • Cardinal (correct)
  • Deacon

    • Which Medici family member established the Medici Bank's headquarters in Florence in 1397?

  • Giulio de' Medici
  • Lorenzo di Piero de' Medici
  • Giovanni di Bicci de' Medici (correct)
  • Cosimo de' Medici

    • Which Medici family member was exiled from Florence but later returned to rule again?

    <p>Cosimo de' Medici</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Medici family member commissioned the establishment of the Medici Library, which was revolutionary for being available for public use?

    <p>Cosimo de' Medici</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary source of the Medici family's power and influence?

    <p>Their wealth from banking and financial activities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the Medici family gain control over Florence?

    <p>By leveraging their wealth to influence and control those in power</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the reaction of the people of Florence to the rise of the Medici family?

    <p>They received the Medici family well due to their benevolence and support</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which member of the Medici family started the Medici Bank in Florence?

    <p>Giovanni di Bicci de' Medici</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Cosimo di Giovanni de' Medici contribute to the Renaissance?

    <p>He supported and patronized artists like Donatello, making Florence a cultural center</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary reason for the decline of the Medici family's power and influence?

    <p>A combination of declining resources, power, and trust from the people</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the Medici family gain influence over the papacy?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role did Pope Leo X play in the onset of the Reformation?

    <p>He sold indulgences to raise funds for the Medici family</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the Medici family's patronage of the arts influence the Renaissance?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary reason for the Medici family's initial rise to power and influence?

    <p>Their success in business and state affairs</p> Signup and view all the answers

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