The Renaissance: A New Era
Explore the key figures, ideas, and impact of the Renaissance period on European history and culture for Grade 6 students.
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The Renaissance: A New Era
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Good luck!
1. The Renaissance began in which country?
France
Italy
England
Germany
2. What does the word "Renaissance" mean?
Rebirth
New World
Dark Ages
Great Change
3. The Renaissance was a period of great artistic and cultural that followed the Middle Ages.
4. Leonardo da Vinci was a famous Renaissance , inventor, and scientist.
5. The invention of the press by Johannes Gutenberg helped spread new ideas during the Renaissance.
6. Humanism was a key intellectual movement during the Renaissance that focused on human potential and achievements.
True
False
7. The Sistine Chapel ceiling was painted by Donatello.
True
False
8. Name two famous Renaissance artists and one of their major works.
9. How did the Medici family contribute to the Renaissance?
Match each person with their achievement.
10. William Shakespeare
a. Painted the Mona Lisa
11. Michelangelo
b. Wrote Romeo and Juliet
12. Leonardo da Vinci
c. Sculpted David