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Week of 10/29-11/2
World History Vocabulary
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Renaissance | A period of "rebirth" in Europe that saw an increase in art and learning |
| Patron | A supporter of the arts |
| Merchant | A wealthy businessman involved in society and politics |
| Humanism | Renaissance intellectual movement focused on human potential and achievements |
| Vernacular | The everyday language of people in a region or country |
| Gutenberg Press | The first printing press |
| Renaissance Man | A man who excelled in many fields |
| Reformation | 16th century movement for religious reform |
| Indulgence | A pardon releasing a person from punishment due to a sin |
| Protestant | A member of the Christian church founded on the principals of the reformation |