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A Grade 8 #SocialStudies quiz on #Renaissance #Humanism
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1
What are the origins of the term, Renaissance, and what does it mean?
Italian for "transition."
Old English for "societal change."
French for "rebirth."
Latin for "change."
2
What is a sonnet?
A type of poem exclusively written by Shakespeare.
A poem consisting of 14 lines.
A poem about love.
A poem written in dactylic pentameter.
3
What aspect of Humanism is present in this painting?
It's not present, this is a Middle Ages painting
Appreciation for realism and the human form
Respect and appreciation of religion
Lots of details and use of perspective
4
In the Renaissance, texts were written in the vernacular. What is the definition of the term?
Texts written in their language of origin.
Language commonly spoke by people who live in that region.
Texts translated into Latin.
Language spoken by classical philosophers.
5
Which of these concepts explains the 3-D realism in paintings, popularized in the Renaissance?
Classicism
Humanism
Perspective
Individualism
6
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of humanism?
The spirit of inquiry.
Renewed ideals of classical antiquity.
The study of the human being.
Proportion and harmony.
7
Geographically speaking, where did the Renaissance start?
Northern Italy
Paris, France.
Southern Italy
Rotterdam, The Netherlands.
8
What were artists looking to portray in their work during the Renaissance?
Divine figures and an interest in God's perfect world.
Realism: Beauty of the human body and the natural world.
Beauty of the human body and interest in a divine world.
Realism: Middle Eastern figures and the natural world.
9
Sculptors like Michelangelo began to sign their art because....
They wanted to become stinkin' rich.
They were commissioned and therefore must sign their work.
They wanted to be distinguished from other sculptors.
They wanted to be known for their work.
10
What did civic humanists believe?
Just citizens will rebel against political misdemeanour.
Citizens will follow and abide by God to benefit society.
Responsible citizens educate themselves to improve society.
Responsible citizens will be active in the Church community.
11
Renaissance humanist thinkers studied what kind of texts?
Egyptian Hieroglyphics
Greek and Roman Classical.
The Bible.
Italian scriptures from the Pope.
12
People who paid artists to produce works were...
Rich.
Patriots.
Collectors.
Patrons
13
Which of the following changed from skilled labourers to artists during the Renaissance?
Architects
Architects and Sculptors
Painters and Architects
Sculptors
14
Humanist painters found inspiration in..?
Classical Greek and Roman Art.
Art Deco.
Medieval Gothic Art.
Middle Eastern Art.
15
Economically speaking, the Renaissance focused on which of the following?
Wealth and material possessions.
Collecting ancient Mesopotamian texts.
Land ownership.
The accumulation of goods for trade.
16
Which of the following Philosophers were studied by Renaissance thinkers?
Sigmund Freud.
Petrarch.
Niccolò Machiavelli.
Aristotle and Plato.
17
Why do we learn about Humanism and the Renaissance?
Teacher's hate you and want you to be bored all day long
To understand our current society in Canada better
Because Ms. Lau said so
It's totally interesting, yo!
18
What factors led to a wider readership during the Renaissance?
Texts written in vernacular.
Development of the printing press and texts in vernacular.
Texts translated into Latin.
Development of the printing press.
19
Renaissance humanist educators believed that it was important to...
Read and speak in Latin only.
Develop a significant understanding of the Bible.
Educate a child's mind, body, and character.
Study historical foundations of Italy.
20
What did humanists believe about religion during the Renaissance?
By improving individual potential we please God.
The Lord's teachings are the most important lessons.
Citizens should reject the Bible's teachings completely.
Citizens should live a good life to reach Heaven.
21
"A cultured person should read good books and look at great works of art." Who said this?
Plato.
Erasmus.
Petrarch.
Cicero.
22
Humanists focused on which of the following in their writing?
Thoughts and emotions.
Political angst.
Translating ancient egyptian texts.
Religious devotion.
23
Which of the following did humanists NOT portray in their art?
The natural world.
Muted colours.
Realistic details.
Light and shadow.
