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leonardo davinci considered by many as the representation of the renaissance why?
he was skilled in almost every artistic effort
why were wealthy citizens of italy likely to support or sponser art?
as leaders of city states they saw art asquisitans as a way to improve status
why did italy become the birthplace for renaissance movement?
it was the home of ancient roman empire and great works surrounded and inspired writers and artists
which word best describes the character of humanism?
individual
why is the writer Petrarch considered to be a humanist?
his sonnets focused on worldy interests of romance and nature
machiaveili is considered by some to be the father of modern political science why?
he outlined the characteristics that an effective leader must have
in what way did the printing press contribute to the spread of the renaissance movement?
it brought ideas to the masses that were previously restriced to higher classes
why was moveable type of printing press such a breakthrough for publishin?
it made it possible to produce identical coppies faster and cheaper
what was the purpose of such architectural features as large pointed arches in medevial europe architecture?
to force ones eyes to look up toward the heavens
the innovative architecture of mediaval europe is best reflected in which sculpture?
churches
what was the significance aboout the renaissance?
it represented a time of challenging traditional beliefs
in contrast with medival paintings, renaissance paintings are less likely to emphasize?
religious themes
how has the renaissance influenced modern society?
it led to changes in art, politics, science, and exploration

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