Introduction to the Renaissance

Its strategic location facilitated trade and cultural exchange between the east and west.

Italy's wealthy merchant class supported the arts, fostering creativity and learning.

It is where the Catholic Church began.

It was the first country to adopt Protestantism, sparking intellectual and artistic innovation.

rebirth

renewal

realization

reforming

people

buildings

religion

babies

nature

A decline in the importance of craftspeople, merchants, and bankers.

Decreased interest in classical culture due to limited access to texts and art.

Decreased investment in development and art due to an unstable economy.

Growth in the importance of craftspeople, merchants, and bankers, that led to the beautification of cities with new buildings and art.

A Chinese emperor who facilitated trade with Europe through the Silk Road.

A European explorer who traveled to Asia using the Silk Road and recorded his journey upon returning to Venice.

An Italian artist who painted scenes of Asia.

A Greek philosopher who wrote about the importance of trade routes.

It ruled the surrounding towns and countryside.

They were often republics governed by councils.

They were overseen by religious rulers.

They could be ruled by rich merchants, guilds, or powerful families

They were set up as a fedual structure.

Its agricultural production

Its focus on mining resources

Its prominence as a banking center

Its extensive fishing industry

To make Florence the most beautiful city in the world

To establish Florence as a military powerhouse

To expand Florence's territory through conquest

To promote Florence as a center for scientific research