1. The Renaissance

2. What was the Renaissance?
A phase of European history between the 14th and 16th centuries
a time of revival of classical learning and wisdom after a long period of cultural decline

3. The Meaning of the Renaissance
The term 'renaissance' is derived from the French word meaning 'rebirth'.
A rebirth and renewal of:
Art
culture
Politics
Science
Philosophy
Exploration
Religion

4. Death and Life
Some have argued that the Black Death helped to inspire this new rebirth
Is this true or false and why- talk in small groups and come up with an answer

5. Renaissance Origin Stories
The Renaissance began in Italy in the late 13th and early 14th centuries
People studied Greek and Roman writings that inspired a belief that people should be educated and that things like art, music, and science could make life better for everyone.

6. Legal and Political Reasons
Italy was modernizing faster than elsewhere in Europe
Italy was a collection of independent city states rather than an empire under 1 leader
Went by old Roman Laws that made trade between regions easier than Mediaeval Law

7. Cultural Reason
Italy was covered in the art of ancient empires which inspired new artists and encouraged culture and expression

8. Geography Reason
Cities like Venice and Florence were large centers for trade
Mild climate did not disrupt trade or travel
Mild climate allowed for more food production so people had more time to spend on learning