The Renaissance: An Introduction

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Across
  1. 2. The pursuit of the pleasures of the senses
  2. 3. This was the birthplace of the Renaissance
  3. 4. The separation of religion of politics, education and business
  4. 5. The belief that physical well-being and worldly possessions are the most important things in life
  5. 6. Term used to describe Europe before the Renaissance
  6. 8. An important Renaissance figure, often called the "father of humanism"
  7. 9. This ancient society was famous for its philosophy, literature and architecture
  8. 10. Inventor of the printing press, considered to be one of history's most important creations.
  9. 11. Ruling family of the city of Florence. They were important bankers and patrons of the arts
Down
  1. 1. Famous artist, architect, inventor, and engineer. He was the original "Renaissance man"
  2. 2. The idea that humans can and should impact the world they live in
  3. 4. Famous English playwright who emerged during the Renaissance
  4. 7. These wars helped expose Europe to the culture and learning of the Islamic world