Bell Work: Mini quiz!!!!! What could they possibly have to do with the Renaissance?

What are their names? Make you think of anyone?

Donatello Leonardo Michelangelo Raphael All famous painters of the Renaissance!

What do you know about the Renaissance?

In the 21 st century, we see the Renaissance as the era when the modern western worldview began to develop The Renaissance stretched from 1350 CE to 1600 CE CE – Common Era. (BCE – Before Common Era) Era – a historical time period It comes from the French word renaître “to be born again” The First Century (CE) The Second Century (CE)

Picture of Michelangelo showing a pupil the Belvedere Torso. The torso was created by an Athenian sculptor and was lost during the time of the fall of the Roman Empire. When found, it influenced the artists during the renaissance. It was a rebirth of ideas that were discovered when Europeans came into contact with forgotten Greek and Roman ways of thinking, and ways of looking at the world. The ideas that were being kept by Muslim and Jewish scholars.

Activity Discuss, “Is Canada going through a renaissance (rebirth) in any area of society?”

What were the Factors that shaped the Renaissance Worldview?

How did the Renaissance Begin? Because of the contact with other cultures, there was an increased amount of ideas being shared, and by the end of the 1300’s change was happening more rapidly. During the middle ages, a majority of Europeans shared a religious worldview put in place by the Roman Catholic Church The poor accepted they would suffer and live short lives, but be rewarded in heaven The rich would donate money and land to the church, to be rewarded in heaven

How Did the Growth of Cities Contribute to a Changing Worldview? Trade By the late middle ages, Europeans wanted more exotic items that were brought back by the crusaders Many of the cities that grew were port cities. Some people established businesses to provide goods for city residents Industries began to specialize in goods and trade. Workers began to find and create jobs that were not part of the feudal system Some communities became so prosperous and powerful, they became city-states Individuals begin to feel a sense of belonging to their larger community

Urbanization Many of the peasants thought they could find safety and work in the cities Land owners didn’t have workers, so they moved to the cities and started businesses

Examples Question! Which of the following exemplifies urbanization?? a) People moving from Calgary to Okotoks b) People moving from Canada to Europe c) People moving from Alberta to Ontario d) People moving from High River to Edmonton *Copy this question down in your notes to help you while studying!

Cities prospered in Italy because; Mountains to the north helped protect Italy from invaders Trading cities began to thrive in Italy The ruins from Roman times reminded people of how effective that style of government was The feudal system was not strong in Italy due to urban lifestyle The pope moved his court to France leaving Italians without much interference from the Church City States Emerged!

An independent society governed by itself, with little outside influence. Most of those city states were controlled by despots or by oligarchies Some of the city states in Italy signed a treaty, backed by the papacy, that would not allow any one city state to become powerful enough to threaten or overthrow any other city Define each of the bolded terms at the bottom of your notes!

The Success of the City-States 1. Geography: Of all of Europe, Italy was the closest to the ports of the Mediterranean sea making trading very easy. 2. Climate: The climate of Italy was milder than other places, meaning that trade travel was not interrupted by harsh winters. 3. Leadership: Northern Italy was a collection of independent city-states (not ruled by one King or Queen). They had their own armies, governments, and wealth. Florence, Venice, Genoa and Milan grew into the wealthiest trading, business and banking centers of Europe. 4. Social Organizations: Feudalism did not have as large as an impact in Italy as the rest of Europe.

City States: Jigsaw Activity! Group 1- Florence Group 4- Venice Group 2- Venice Group 5- Florence Group 3- Genoa Group 6- Genoa Your Task: Read your city-state’s assigned pages in your text book and describe the following: a) Political System e) Any famous people b) Economic system f) Interesting facts c) Social System g) What were they known for? d) Any unique features h) In what ways can you see changes in the worldview of your city-state since the Middle ages? Your classmates are depending on the notes that you provide for them! Take your time and learn as much as you can! You will be the expert on your city-state

Renaissance Europe (Italy)

How Did Florence Reflect the Renaissance Worldview? Political and economic systems Was a city-state (a city that governs itself and the countryside around it) Built by the Arno River which has been a trade route for centuries Center for highly successful bankers and silk wool merchants Richest of the city states Eventually run by one powerful family, the Medici’s p. 36 Social Systems Merchants became wealthier and moved up in class systems Organized guilds (organisation of craftsmen of merchants) Similar to today’s unions Culture The Medici’s fostered Renaissance culture Supported all kinds of arts and new knowledge Promoted ideals of citizenship

The Medici Family of Florence! A powerful influence in Florence for 3 centuries. They controlled the government, paid for churches, supported famous artists, studied the work of the ancient Romans, and held social events.

How Did Venice Contribute to the Italian Renaissance? Located between the Eastern Mediterranean and Western Europe Controlled most of the ports in the Adriatic Sea and the Eastern Mediterranean Sea Trade items passed and shipped through Venice Social Systems Three classes in Venice Aristocracy (nobility) Original citizens Common people Government Venice was a republic Head of government called the doge (often the doge voted in by rich, influential families) Scuole New social institutions tied to religious beliefs (collected money, prayed, held masses)

How Did Venice Contribute to the Italian Renaissance? Venice became an important city-state for many reasons Stable government Most successful in sea trade Strong naval base Upper class supported to arts Became the center for the European book trade Had a famous university that promoted the study of science, medicine, and law

How Did Genoa Reflect the Renaissance Worldview? Was a crossroads of traffic and culture between western Europe and the Mediterranean Crusaders who came into the city paid the Genoans for their services and granted them important trading privileges Founded a powerful bank due to the increase in trade Venice and Genoa fought for trade posts in the Mediterranean until the Peace of Turin in 1381 The peace allowed Genoa to focus and grow its business and trade sectors Wealthy families paid for creation of daring architecture Hired master artists from Rome, Florence and Venice to beautify homes and public buildings

What did the Italian City-States have in common? Located on important trade routes Commercial centers (trade and selling) Populations of more than 100,000 Hierarchical social class systems The wealthy were patrons of art * All three prospered economically because they were situated along the coast and served as popular trading routes for centuries. This allowed them to become wealthy and powerful.