ENGLISH LITERATURE (CBSE/UGC NET)

FAMOUS PLAYWRIGHT POET AND OTHERS

EDMUND SPENSER

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What does the word “Renaissance” mean?
A
Renewed
B
Rebuilt
C
Remade
D
Rebirth
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Renaissance, a French word meaning rebirth, is applied to the rediscovery and revival of interest in the art, architecture and literary culture of Antiquity which took place in Italy from the 14th century onwards, and in Northern Europe a little later.

Detailed explanation-2: -The word Renaissance means rebirth. This period of history is considered to be a rebirth of learning and a rediscovery of ideas which were lost during the Dark Ages3. The Renaissance was a time when people began to question and explore everything.

Detailed explanation-3: -To put it simply, the Renaissance was a rebirth of classical antiquity from ancient Greece and Rome, and it all began in Italy. Let’s delve into the history to understand in more detail what was revived during this momentous period in history.

Detailed explanation-4: -a new growth of activity or interest in something, especially art, literature, or music: Opera is enjoying a long-awaited renaissance. SMART Vocabulary: related words and phrases.

Detailed explanation-5: -The term Renaissance originated from the Latin word ‘Renaistre’. It means rebirth, revival or new beginning.

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