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TCI 27
The Renaissance Begins
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Renaissance | a great flowering of culture, based on classical Greek and Roman ideas and art, that began in Italy in the Late Middle Ages and spread throughout Europe |
| classical art | influenced by the styles and techniques of ancient Greece and Rome |
| currency | the form of money used in a country |
| city-state | an independent state consisting of a city and its surrounding territory |
| republic | a form of government in which citizens elect representatives to rule for them |
| humanism | a philosophy that tries to balance religious faith with an emphasis on individual dignity and an interest in nature and human society |
| humanities | collectively, areas of study that focus on human life and culture, such as history, literature, and ethics |
| individualism | the belief in the importance of an individual’s achievements and dignity |
| Florence | an Italian city-state and leading cultural center during the Renaissance |
| secular | relating to earthly life rather than to religious or spiritual matters |
| Silk Road | the ancient trade route that connected Europe with China |
| patron | a wealthy supporter of the arts |
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