The Renaissance marks a period of 'rebirth' in Europe, spanning from the 14th to the 17th century, characterized by a resurgence of interest in classical antiquity. It began in Florence and spread across Europe, influencing art, architecture, literature, and science. Key figures like Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo, and the philosophy of humanism, played central roles in this transformative epoch. The era also laid the foundations for modern diplomacy and scientific methods, leaving a profound impact on European culture.
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Origin of the Renaissance
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Renaissance advancements
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Renaissance art techniques
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Humanists during the Renaissance aimed to comprehend humanity by examining - traditions.
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The invention of the ______ ______ by Johannes Gutenberg around ______ was pivotal in spreading knowledge during the Renaissance.
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Although the Renaissance began in ______, it spread across Europe at different times, influenced by early figures like ______ ______ and ______ di ______.
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The Renaissance's cultural shift impacted many areas of life and was preceded by artists and thinkers like Dante Alighieri in the late ______ and early ______ centuries.
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Defining characteristics of Renaissance art
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Renaissance impact on literature
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Renaissance contributions to science and politics
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The ______ is often said to have started during the Late Middle Ages' crisis and concluded with the onset of the ______ and -.
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Renaissance Reformation Counter Reformation
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Distinctive features of the ______ emerged in different European areas, such as ______, the ______, ______, ______, and ______, each influencing the movement.
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Renaissance Italy Netherlands Germany France Spain
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Medici family role in Renaissance
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Impact of Byzantine scholars 1453
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Humanists focused on the original works of ______ and ______, rather than on Christian theology.
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The humanist movement began in the ______ century with Petrarch's discovery of classical ______ texts.
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During the ______ century, there was a resurgence of interest in Greek texts, previously overlooked since the Roman Empire's fall.
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Humanists placed emphasis on studying literature, history, and ______ philosophy from classical antiquity.
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Renaissance Humanist Scholarship
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Renaissance Artistic Innovations
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Greek Texts and the Reformation
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