Renaissance and Absolutism Review

A set of vocabulary flashcards covering the key figures, events, and concepts of the Renaissance and the era of Absolutism as outlined in the lecture notes.

Renaissance

A period defining a change from the Dark Ages, inspired by ancient culture and characterized by humanism and independent city-states of Italy.

Dark Age

The era of society before it transitioned into the Renaissance.

Humanism

A key philosophical concept defining the Renaissance.

Independent city-states of Italy

The political structure of the Italian region during the Renaissance.

Gutenberg printing press

A technological advancement that changed society and is known for producing the first famous printed books.

William Shakespeare

A Renaissance figure noted for his significant literary accomplishments.

95 theses

A document written by Martin Luther associated with the Protestant Reformation and the sales of indulgences.

Sales of indulgences

Practices that were addressed by Martin Luther in his 95 theses.

Protestant Reformation

A religious movement involving Martin Luther and the 95 theses.

Absolute monarchy

A form of government associated with the Age of Enlightenment and the concept of Divine Right.

Divine Right

The justification used for the increase in Absolutism.

Spanish Armada

A naval force associated with the era of Absolutism.

Hapsburg Empire

An empire categorized under the study of Absolutism.

Bourbon Empire

An empire categorized under the study of Absolutism.

Huguenots

A group identified within the historical context of Absolutism.

Michelangelo

A Renaissance artist known for creating the David and painting the Sistine Chapel.

Leonardo Da Vinci

A Renaissance figure famous for painting the Mona Lisa and the Last Supper.

Martin Luther

A key figure of the Renaissance and Protestant Reformation known for the 95 theses.

Charles V

A ruler associated with the period of Absolutism.

Phillip II

A ruler associated with the period of Absolutism.

Henry IV

A ruler associated with the period of Absolutism.

Cardinal Richelieu

A prominent figure during the Age of Absolutism.

Louis XIV

A monarch identified as part of the Absolutism era.

Maria Theresa

A ruler associated with the period of Absolutism.

Frederick the Great

A ruler associated with the period of Absolutism.

Peter the Great

A ruler associated with the period of Absolutism.

Catherine the Great

A ruler associated with the period of Absolutism.

Henry VIII

A monarch listed under the study of Absolutism.

Charles I

A monarch listed under the study of Absolutism.