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- 6. Italian philosopher and statesman who wrote "The Prince" and emphasized the importance of political realism
- 7. Scottish economist and author of "The Wealth of Nations"
- 9. This meeting of scholars and thinkers in Florence during the 15th century was crucial in the development of Renaissance thought
- 10. French philosopher who championed the idea of the separation of powers in government
- 12. German composer known for his compositions during the Baroque period
- 13. Renaissance artist known for his frescoes in the Sistine Chapel
- 14. English philosopher who famously described life in a state of nature as "solitary, poor, nasty, brutish, and short"
- 16. French thinker and playwright known for his wit and criticism of organized religion
- 17. This event, lasting from 1618 to 1648, resulted in significant political and religious upheaval in Europe
- 18. Italian astronomer who supported the heliocentric model of the solar system
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- 1. English writer and advocate for women's rights, considered a pioneer of feminist thought
- 2. Renaissance artist known for his famous statue of David
- 3. beginning of the Renaissance, saw the fall of Constantinople and the influx of Greek scholars to Italy
- 4. Italian painter known for his iconic works such as "The School of Athens"
- 5. Economic thinkers in France who believed in the importance of agriculture and natural laws in economics
- 8. Marked the rebirth of classical art, culture, and learning in Europe
- 11. period in French history, marked by the rise of reason, science, and individual rights
- 15. French philosopher who wrote "The Social Contract" and believed in the general will of the people