The Renaissance
Across
- 2. A focus on worldly concerns rather than religious ones
- 7. A city in Italy known for its artistic and cultural contributions to the Renaissance
- 8. A city in Italy that was a center of the Renaissance
- 12. period of artistic creativity and experimentation during the Renaissance
- 13. A famous Italian astronomer, physicist, and mathematician who made significant contributions to the scientific revolution
- 14. The study of the structure and function of living organisms
- 16. An invention that allowed for the mass production of books and other printed materials
- 19. A technique used in art to create the illusion of depth and space on a flat surface
- 20. A philosophy emphasizing human potential and values
Down
- 1. The act of traveling to new or unfamiliar places in search of knowledge or resources
- 3. A famous astronomer who developed the heliocentric model of the solar system
- 4. A religious movement that led to the split of the Christian Church in Europe
- 5. A famous Italian artist, inventor, and scientist who was known for his genius and versatility
- 6. Financial support given to artists and scholars by wealthy individuals or institutions
- 9. The scientific study of celestial objects and phenomena
- 10. A famous Italian artist and sculptor who created some of the most iconic works of the Renaissance
- 11. A famous English playwright who lived during the Renaissance and wrote some of the most iconic plays in the English language
- 15. A powerful Italian family that played a significant role in the politics and culture of Renaissance Italy
- 17. The belief in the importance of individual freedom, choice, and self-expression
- 18. An Italian poet and scholar who is often called the father of humanism