Monday, September 9, 2013

World Civ Renaissance study guide

Meaning of Renaissance
The Renaissance occurs after this time period
What was the goal of the Renaissance?
Name 3 events that 'led' to the renaissance and describe how they did
Name 3 advantages that Italy had for the Renaissance starting
Name the powerful Florentine family that 'funded' the Renaissance
What is humanism?
How did Renaissance scholars 'return' to the classical world?
What is a patron?
Decribe 'Renaissance Man' and give an example of one
What were the following people known for? Donatello, Leonardo Da Vinci, Michelangelo, Raphael
Who was Machiavelli and what did he write?
List two problems of the medieval church
Describe the theology of Luther and Calvin
What were the 95 Theses a protest of?
What was the reaction to Luther from: Pope, Rulers, Peasants
What happened in the peasants revolt?
What book did Calvin write?
Define: Presbyterian, Predestination, elect
Why did Henry VIII start the Church of England (Anglican) ?
How would you describe the Church of England (Anglican)?
Describe the religious beliefs of Henry's 3 children
What happened with the Battle of the Spanish Armada?