Mr. Mizell, Mr. Tubbs, and Ms. Hatling
Who were the thinkers and scholars of the Renaissance and how did they reflect the ideas of secularism, humanism, and realism?
Renaissance = “rebirth” in the classics Big Concepts Secularism – worldly, not religious Humanism – focuses on human achievement Realism – focuses on reality
He was a leading Humanist Wrote The Praise of Folly Pushed for a vernacular form of the Bible Read Source 1 and answer the question on the back.
A Humanist Wrote Utopia (a book about a perfect society) Concerned with the flaws of society Read Source 2 and answer the question.
A Poet and considered the “Father of Humanism” Assembled Greek and Roman writings L57o L57o Read Sources 3 and 4, then answer questions
A political thinker and diplomat Wrote The Prince Created guidelines for rulers to stay in power Read Source 5 and answer questions
Painter, sculptor, inventor, scientist “Renaissance Man” Known for the Mona Lisa, Last Supper gFXE&safe=active Read Source 6 and answer the question
Painter, sculptor, architect Known for his sculptures of David, Pieta, and for the Sistine Chapel paintings Read Source 7 and answer the question
English poet and playwright Plays include: Hamlet, MacBeth, Julius Caesar, Romeo and Juliet Read Source 8 and answer the question.
Answer the following question in sentences on a sheet of paper and turn it in when finished How did the Scholars, Thinkers, and Artists of the Renaissance reflect the ideas of humanism, secularism, and realism?