What was the Renaissance? Period following the middle ages (1450-1550) “Rebirth” of classical Greece and Rome Began in Italy Moved to northern Europe

Objectives During the middle ages During the Renaissance _________________________________ During the Renaissance _____________________________

Before Humanism People acted like ___________ There was very little _________________ ____________________________________ Women excluded from ________________ _____________ was the defining point for social standing and status _____________ and __________________ didn’t exist within the social society

Humanism Pursuit of __________________ Basic culture needed for all ___________________________________ Basic culture needed for all ________________________________ Love of the classical past People could make decisions and learn what was best for themselves.

How this affected individuals Women introduced to balance male “manliness” with female “tenderness” _____________________________ Humanists believe one should uphold ________________ and ___________________ Believe that education and universal capability should contribute to social success

Humanists on Intellect Liberal arts introduced: _____________________ __________________________________________ Importance in ___________, _________, matters Education offered to _______________________ Rekindled interest and influence of Greek and Roman classics Incorporated a necessity for _________________, original and “uncorrupted” Desire to ________________ info. at source creating large collections of original manuscripts