dark ages reading

How has Europe changed between 1500 and now?

Now there is no Roman Empire. There are other, smaller countries. There is no Ottoman Empire.

What was being “reborn” during the Renaissance?

Classical Greek and Roman culture.

Where was trade popularized and what caused an increase in trade?

Italy experienced a lot of trade because it was near the Mediterranean. Trade increased throughout Europe because of Crusades, Europeans became interested in goods that they newly discovered.

What values were common in the Middle Ages? What was art focused on?

They were heavily religious.

What was art and literature focused on during the Renaisance? What ideas were spread?

Greek Roman culture was revived, art was more creative and less religious. Ideas of humanism were spread.

Humanism definition

The focus on human potential and achievements. Understanding Ancient Greek values.

What was the Renaissance?

A cultural and intellectual movement focused on the revival of Ancient Greek culture. Leading to innovate art, literature, and ideas.

Describe middle age conditions

The bubonic plague struck and killed many, people were suffering and began to question the church.

Where did the reinassance begin, why?

Florence, italy. Italy had thriving cities (the rest of Europe was rural) and a wealthy merchant class.

What were the effects of the bubonic plague?

The bubonic plague killed nearly half of the population. Survivors demanded higher wages.

Crusades definition

Wars with religious purpose, often to reclaim holy land.

What were the causes of the Reinnasance?

Legacy of Greece and Rome

Growth of trade and wealth

Rise of City-States

Decline of feudalism/impact of the plague

Humanism

Role of Patrons

Advances in technology

Patron definition

A person who financially supports or sponsors another person

What was the Role of Patrons in the Renaissance?

Funding artists and promoting creativity

When did the Renaissance take place?

1300-1600

The Renaissance is also known as…

The beginning of the modern era

How did social status change during the Renaissance?

It was based on wealth and ability rather than where you were born.

What conflict was fought between France and England?

The Hundred Years War.

Why did kings tax Merchants?

To build armies and stronger nations.

What was the role of the printing press?

Made books less expensive and more available.

What were important parts of the Dark Ages?

The Roman Empire collapsed

Trade went down

Feudalism(upper class offered protection to lower class/peasants)

Education disappeared

Crusades increased

Bubonic plague

Why did the Roman Empire collapse?

Barbarian invasions, overexpansion, and division of empire.