World History Renaissance Vocabulary

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What is the definition of Renaissance?

Rebirth of literature, culture, art, and humanities

Which of the following are characteristics of the Renaissance? (Select all that apply)

Individualism (correct)

Collectivism

Architecture (correct)

Religious dedication

Which of the following are examples of the Renaissance? (Select all that apply)

Pyramids of Giza

Da Vinci (correct)

The Great Wall of China

Romeo and Juliet (correct)

Which of the following are non-examples of the Renaissance? (Select all that apply)

Dark Ages Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of Vernacular?

Common language understood by people of the area/region Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following are characteristics of Vernacular? (Select all that apply)

Understandable Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following are examples of Vernacular? (Select all that apply)

Spanish Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following are non-examples of Vernacular? (Select all that apply)

Latin Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of Humanism?

Intellectual rebirth focusing on the here/now rather than the eternal afterlife Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following are characteristics of Humanism? (Select all that apply)

Enjoying what you have now Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following are examples of Humanism? (Select all that apply)

Vacation Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following are non-examples of Humanism? (Select all that apply)

Middle Ages Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of Humanities?

The study of classical languages and classical literature Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following are characteristics of Humanities? (Select all that apply)

Education and learning about history Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following are examples of Humanities? (Select all that apply)

Greek Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following are non-examples of Humanities? (Select all that apply)

Taylor Swift Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of Utopia?

An imagined place or state where everything is perfect Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following are characteristics of Utopia? (Select all that apply)

Ideal Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following are examples of Utopia? (Select all that apply)

Heaven Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following are non-examples of Utopia? (Select all that apply)

Underworld Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of Perspective?

A point of view Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following are characteristics of Perspective? (Select all that apply)

3D Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following are examples of Perspective? (Select all that apply)

Creation of Adam Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following are non-examples of Perspective? (Select all that apply)

Medieval paintings Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of Secularism?

Lack of religious influence within society Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following are characteristics of Secularism? (Select all that apply)

Godless Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following are examples of Secularism? (Select all that apply)

Unorthodox Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following are non-examples of Secularism? (Select all that apply)

Jew Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of Heliocentric?

Having or representing the sun as the center in the accepted astronomical model of the solar system Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following are characteristics of Heliocentric? (Select all that apply)

Belief that the sun is in the middle of the solar system Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following are examples of Heliocentric? (Select all that apply)

Current solar system Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following are non-examples of Heliocentric? (Select all that apply)

Not believing the solar system looks the way it does Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Renaissance

Refers to the rebirth of literature, culture, art, and humanities following the Middle Ages.
Characterized by architecture and the rise of individualism, promoting personal expression and achievement.
Notable figures include Leonardo da Vinci and works like "Romeo and Juliet."
Non-examples include the Dark Ages and prehistoric times, periods lacking cultural advancement.

Vernacular

Defined as the common language understood by the local population of a region.
Characteristics include being understandable and used in everyday conversation.
Examples of vernacular languages include English and Spanish, reflecting regional usage.
Non-examples are Latin and Creole, which may not be widely spoken in everyday contexts.

Humanism

Represents an intellectual movement focusing on human potential and experiences in the present, rather than solely the afterlife.
Emphasizes enjoyment of life and prioritizes individual achievements over religious dogma.
Examples of humanistic pursuits include travel (vacation) and secular viewpoints (atheism).
Non-examples encompass traditional religious practices and the mindset of the Middle Ages, which focused predominantly on spirituality.

Humanities

The field involving the study of classical languages and literature, aimed at understanding cultural and historical contexts.
Encourages education and knowledge acquisition about human history and civilization.
Examples include the study of Latin and Greek, languages essential to Western literature and thought.
Non-examples involve disciplines like medical or scientific studies, or pop culture references (e.g., Taylor Swift) which are outside the classical framework.

Utopia

Describes an idealized society where everything is perfect, often depicted in literature and philosophy.
Characteristics of a utopian society include perfection and ideal living conditions.
Notable examples are concepts like Heaven and the Garden of Eden, symbolizing ultimate harmony.
Non-examples include Hell and the Underworld, representing opposite ideals.

Perspective

Refers to an individual's point of view, particularly in art and literature.
Characteristics of perspective involve the representation of depth, such as 2D and 3D elements in visual arts.
Famous examples include artistic masterpieces like "The Last Supper" and "The Creation of Adam," showcasing advanced techniques in visual representation.
Non-examples are flat and medieval paintings that lack depth and dimensionality.

Secularism

Defined as the absence of religious influence in societal affairs and governance.
Characteristics include being non-religious and secular in approach to life and societal norms.
Examples include atheistic beliefs and non-traditional (unorthodox) views that distance from organized religion.
Non-examples consist of identifying with religious groups such as Christians or Jews, who maintain faith-based influences in their lives.

Heliocentric

Refers to the astronomical model positioning the Sun at the center of the solar system.
Characteristics include the belief that the Sun is central to the solar system, fundamental to modern astronomy.
Examples consist of the current solar system's layout and how celestial bodies orbit the Sun.
Non-examples involve disbelieving or rejecting this model, suggesting alternative configurations like the Earth-centered (geocentric) view.

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