Across
- 1. word meaning positive, describing Renaissance view of human talent and ability to improve the world
- 3. English translation of "Renaissance"
- 6. major Renaissance institution, providing a desire for, AND means of funding, Ren. projects
- 11. "Mare Nostrum" in the words of the Romans...major seaway for Italian trade
- 12. Avoid involvement in this sin! said de Pisan
- 15. acting __________ (without hesitation, and intelligently)
- 17. "The ____________," written as a good-ruler guide book
- 18. number of years (roughly)since Pantheon was built, in eyes of Florence Dome builders
- 21. one of the "humanities" subjects, with "roses are red"
- 23. one of the "humanities" subjects, involving syntax
Down
- 2. biggest key on keyboard, also a focus of Ren. "explorers"
- 4. ability to solve problems creatively (Brunelleschi frequently showed this)
- 5. Better to be this than loved, if a choice must be made between the two!
- 7. one of the "humanities" subjects where those who forget it are doomed to repeat it
- 8. Brunelleschi had this job for Florence Cathedral Dome project
- 9. political organization of Renaissance Italy, encouraging creative competition and growing power of wealthy families
- 10. ancient civilization admired by Renaissance participants
- 13. Italy's geography featured natural harbors supporting this trade necessity
- 14. Christine de Pisan was one of the first __________
- 16. one area "explored" by Renaissance scholars, focused on the human body
- 19. one of the "humanities" subjects that Mrs. Rudolph
- 20. de Pisan thought wives needed to have a strong understanding of/capability to perform husband's _________
- 22. ancient civilization admired by Renaissance participants