WORLD HISTORY

HISTORY

THE RENAISSANCE AND REFORMATION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The Renaissance was not a single event, but rather a
A
war with many battlefronts.
B
dark ages in learning and art.
C
widespread change in culture specifically art and learning.
D
None of the above.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -It changed the way the citizens thought, with first the rediscovery of classical philosophy, literature, and art, as well as the new discoveries in travel, invention, and style.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Renaissance was a fervent period of European cultural, artistic, political and economic “rebirth” following the Middle Ages. Generally described as taking place from the 14th century to the 17th century, the Renaissance promoted the rediscovery of classical philosophy, literature and art.

Detailed explanation-3: -One of the big changes in art was to paint and sculpt subjects realistically. This is called realism and involves a number of techniques that make the subjects and background look like they would in real life. This also meant giving the subjects more emotional qualities.

Detailed explanation-4: -During Medieval times, most people believed the world would end in the year 1, 000 A.D., so they believed that any other art subject was inappropriate. Renaissance art focused on religious subjects, and Bible characters. So the trend gradually shifted toward the painting of scenes that were not religious.

Detailed explanation-5: -Influenced by Humanism, the Renaissance affected its contemporary culture in uncountable ways, including the visual arts. Some of the most famous Renaissance art works were created by artists such as Leonardo da Vinci, Raphael and Michelangelo.

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