5.3 - The Humanist View of History
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Practice Questions
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What is humanism?
💡 Hint: Think about the connection to the Renaissance.
Who is known as the father of humanism?
💡 Hint: It starts with 'P'.
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What term describes the period following the fall of the Roman Empire?
💡 Hint: Think of the negative connotations associated with the period.
True or False: Humanism emphasized the authority of the Church over individual thought.
💡 Hint: Reflect on the main ideas behind humanist philosophy.
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Critically evaluate the impact of humanism on the societal views of the individual in the Renaissance. How did this reshape cultural expressions?
💡 Hint: Consider both literature and art.
Analyze how the advancements in science during the Renaissance were influenced by humanist ideas. Provide examples of key figures and their contributions.
💡 Hint: Think of how their work contrasted with previous beliefs.
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