Who Am I-People of the Renaissance

I desired a male heir so much that I divorced or executed several wives and even broke away from the Catholic Church

I was an artist who used new techniques (like perspective) in my really famous paintings, which made them very realistic

I was a famous warrior and helped the French win important battles against England during the 100 years war.

A wealthy Italian family that gave from their fortune to artists and great thinkers of the time.

I introduced the idea that the Earth rotates on an axis and revolves around the sun.

I was a fierce pirate and land-owner from Ireland

I was a true Renaissance man. I am known for my amazing inventions and beautiful artwork.

I was the German priest that criticized the Catholic Church for taking money to forgive people's sins.

I made huge improvements in philosophy and mathematics and invented the coordinate system.

I am the sister of Queen Elizabeth I; although I am better known for persecuting protestants in England

I became a Queen only at the age of 6, I was very educated, did not want to marry and was quite eccentric.

I was a Portuguese businesswoman who controlled the spice trade and helped people escape the Inquisition

I was a poet and playwright in England. I am considered the greatest writer of all time.

I invented the movable type printing press. I was the first one in Europe to print the Bible.

I improved the telescope and was able to prove the Earth does revolve around the sun.

I was a great thinker and scholar who spread humanism to Northern Europe. I tried to make education more popular.

I was a rich artist with a temper, but I am mainly known for my sculptures & painting the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel.

I received money from the king and queen to sail to India, but I landed in the "New World".

I took the ultimate challenge to sail around the globe. Unfortunately,I died before finishing, but my crew managed.

I wrote a book on politics that explains to rulers how to stay in power