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Who was Erasmus?
Dutch scholar, 'prince of humanism,' criticized Church corruption, created new edition of the New Testament.
Who was Pieter Bruegel the Elder?
Known for detailed scenes of peasant life and symbolic representations in his art.
Who was Rembrandt?
Famous for his detailed portraits and study of human anatomy in his paintings.
Who was Johann Gutenberg?
Inventor of the printing press in the 15th century.
What was the impact of the printing press?
Increased literacy, spread of ideas, and fueled religious reform by allowing wider access to texts.
What was the significance of the Northern Renaissance?
It set the stage for the Protestant Reformation and introduced new artistic and intellectual movements in Northern Europe.
When did the Northern Renaissance begin?
The 15th century.
What was the effect of studying original Latin texts?
Northern humanists identified discrepancies with Catholic teachings, fueling the desire for change.
What was the result of increased literacy?
More people could read, leading to greater engagement with religious and political texts.
What was the effect of rapid spread of ideas?
The Church, humanists, and statesmen could disseminate their views to a wider audience.
What was the effect of individuals questioning religious texts?
Fueling the demand for reforms.
What was the impact of the printing press on politics?
Political ideas and criticisms could be spread more easily, influencing public opinion and challenging authority.
What was the impact of the printing press on society?
The printing press helped standardize languages and promoted a sense of shared identity and culture.
What was the impact of the printing press on education?
The printing press made books more affordable and accessible, leading to the growth of schools and universities.
Compare the Italian and Northern Renaissance.
Italian Renaissance focused on classical texts and mythology; Northern Renaissance emphasized religious reform and everyday life.
Compare the art of the Italian and Northern Renaissance.
Italian Renaissance art was less detailed in naturalism and more mythological; Northern Renaissance art was detailed in naturalism, depicting domestic and religious scenes.
Compare the primary focus of the Italian and Northern Renaissance.
Italian Renaissance focused on intellectual and artistic achievements; Northern Renaissance focused on religious and social reforms.