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The document defines key terms from the Renaissance and Reformation periods. It explains that the Renaissance was a period of creativity from 1350-1500 marked by a rebirth of ideas and humanism. The Reformation began in 1517 as a religious movement that led to the formation of Protestants who broke from the Catholic Church. Important figures during these periods included Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, Martin Luther, Johann Gutenberg, and William Shakespeare.

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Renaissance and Reformation Vocabulary
Renaissance and Reformation Vocab: Renaissance: 1350-1500- Period of creativity of new ideas and inspirations. French Word for rebirth Humanism: Emphasized the abilities and accomplishments of human beings Humanities: subjects known as history, poetry and grammar
Renaissance and Reformation Vocab: Reformation: 1517 Religious movement Protestants: Christians who broke from the Catholic Church over religious issues Catholic Reformation: Series of reforms that Catholic officials initiated Indulgences: Payment to the church to be forgiven for your sins-this showed corruption in the Roman Catholic Church
Renaissance and Reformation Vocab: Michelangelo: Great painter and sculptor from Italy. Known as the Renaissance Man His statue of David was very lifelike. He also painted the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel.
Renaissance and Reformation Vocab: Leonardo da Vinci: Famous artist, architect, scientist, sculptor and engineer. Known as a Renaissance Man he painted the Mona Lisa and Last Supper and sketched the flying machine
Renaissance and Reformation Vocab: Martin Luther: Leader of the Reformation. Did not like the corruption in the Catholic Church
Renaissance and Reformation Vocab: Johann Gutenberg: Inventor of the Printing Press which helped spread new knowledge quickly
Renaissance and Reformation Vocab: William Shakespeare: Considered the greatest of all Renaissance writers. Turned popular stories into great dramas
Renaissance and Reformation Vocab Florence: Italian city that after the Crusades became rich through trade.
Renaissance and Reformation Vocab: Venice: Italian city that after the Crusades became rich through trade.

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Renaissance and reformation vocabulary

  • 2. Renaissance and Reformation Vocab: Renaissance: 1350-1500- Period of creativity of new ideas and inspirations. French Word for rebirth Humanism: Emphasized the abilities and accomplishments of human beings Humanities: subjects known as history, poetry and grammar
  • 3. Renaissance and Reformation Vocab: Reformation: 1517 Religious movement Protestants: Christians who broke from the Catholic Church over religious issues Catholic Reformation: Series of reforms that Catholic officials initiated Indulgences: Payment to the church to be forgiven for your sins-this showed corruption in the Roman Catholic Church
  • 4. Renaissance and Reformation Vocab: Michelangelo: Great painter and sculptor from Italy. Known as the Renaissance Man His statue of David was very lifelike. He also painted the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel.
  • 5. Renaissance and Reformation Vocab: Leonardo da Vinci: Famous artist, architect, scientist, sculptor and engineer. Known as a Renaissance Man he painted the Mona Lisa and Last Supper and sketched the flying machine
  • 6. Renaissance and Reformation Vocab: Martin Luther: Leader of the Reformation. Did not like the corruption in the Catholic Church
  • 7. Renaissance and Reformation Vocab: Johann Gutenberg: Inventor of the Printing Press which helped spread new knowledge quickly
  • 8. Renaissance and Reformation Vocab: William Shakespeare: Considered the greatest of all Renaissance writers. Turned popular stories into great dramas
  • 9. Renaissance and Reformation Vocab Florence: Italian city that after the Crusades became rich through trade.
  • 10. Renaissance and Reformation Vocab: Venice: Italian city that after the Crusades became rich through trade.