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Renaissance Who Am I

Who Am I ???

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I am an artist, scientist, inventor, and I painted the Mona Lisa. Who am I? da Vinci
I used the Chinese ideas of movable type printing and paper to invent the printing press. Who am I? Gutenberg
I did not like the sale of indulgences. I think that Christians can read the Bible for themselves. I wrote the 95 Theses. Who am I ? Martin Luther
I agreed with the ideas of Martin Luther. I also believe that God decides who will be saved before they are born, an idea called PREDESTINATION. Who am I? John Calvin
I am a famous painter and sculptor. I created the statue of David and painted the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel. Who am I? Michelangelo
Our family is made up of wealthy merchants from the city of Florence, Italy. We help to rule the city and are great patrons of the arts. Who are we? the Medici family
I sailed for the king of Spain. Although I was killed along the way, my crew was able to continue the journey to CIRCUMNAVIGATE the earth. Who was I? Magellan
I was the first person to study the sky with a telescope. I used experiments to test my theories. I was excommunicated by the Catholic Church. Who am I? Galileo
I was the King of England. I did not like sharing my wealth or power with the pope. I wanted to divorce my wife, but he would not agree. I became head of the Church of England. Who am I? King Henry VIII
I sailed for Spain in search of a sea route to Asia and spices. I made four trips across the Atlantic and people still do not believe me when I tell them that I found the Indies! Who am I? Columbus
I am a famous English writer. Many people consider me the greatest playwright of all time. People still enjoy my works. Who am I? Shakespeare
I traveled the Silk Road to China with my father. I wrote a book about all the wonderful things that I saw there. My stories helped increase trade between Asia and Europe. Who am I? Marco Polo
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