Renaissance Vocabulary
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- 6. A renowned Italian Renaissance artist, sculptor, and architect, famous for works like the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel and the sculpture of David.
- 7. A famous Italian Renaissance artist, scientist, and inventor known for iconic paintings like the "Mona Lisa" and "The Last Supper."
- 8. An Italian Renaissance political philosopher and writer of "The Prince," advocating for practical, often ruthless, methods for rulers to maintain power.
- 9. Scholars and thinkers who focused on the study of classical texts and human potential, valuing education, reason, and individualism during the Renaissance.
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- 1. A split within the Christian Church in the 14th century, resulting in rival popes in Rome and Avignon, leading to division and confusion among followers.
- 2. A long conflict between England and France from 1337 to 1453 over control of the French throne.
- 3. A Renaissance astronomer who proposed the heliocentric model of the solar system, suggesting that the Earth and other planets orbit the sun.
- 4. A period in European history known for a renewed interest in art, science, and learning that led to cultural advancements, flourishing between the 14th and 17th centuries.
- 5. A deadly plague that swept through Europe in the 14th century, causing widespread death and social upheaval.