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TCI 27
The Renaissance Begins
Term | Definition |
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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 |