Chapter 3 - Humanism

How were humanist thinkers leaders of society?

Education became very important during the Renaissance and was highly encouraged by humanists

Who was Laura?

What did the Vitruvius Man demonstrate?

Which artwork best represents the concept of Individualism?

A key concept that influenced the changing worldview of the Renaissance is called

Feudalism continues to be the main social organization of the Renaissance

Which famous work did Medici sponsor?

Renaissance society believed that things would improve their lives on earth, not focus on life after death

Patrons were people who commissioned artists to produce works of art

The Age of Antiquity refers to the time of ancient Egypt and Rome

Humanism only focused on development of the mind, BUT NOT the body or spirit

Humanists believed in ALL but which of the following

Humanism is a philosophy that emphasizes that Europeans were better than others

Which two are considered to be Renaissance Men/Women (have many varied accomplishments)

Who was the father of humanism?

The Renaissance emphasized the humanist ideals of

Greece was the centre of the early Renaissance and their ideas spread to Europe

Civic humanism is the idea that each citizen has a duty to make their society a better place

Classicism is…

What was Michelangelo famous for?