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1 Beginnings of the Renaissance
Today I will analyze the events that led to a “rebirth” or Renaissance in Europe. Beginnings of the Renaissance

2 Religious Changes 1309 – Pope Clement V moved the papal court from Rome to Avignon, France Reformers elected a new pope for Rome The Great Schism People began talking about the corruption of the Church Reformers start up

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4 Hundred Years’ War Between England & France
England had territories in France & wanted more Joan of Arc fought for the French British burned her at the stake Inspired French even more

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6 Economic Changes Lower population, new farming techniques
Farmers produced more than enough food Merchants accumulated more money than they’d ever had before International trade increased dramatically

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8 Trade brings new things… and people!
Europeans began trading with Asia and indulging in silk and spices Greek scholars came to Italy seeking refuge from Turkish warriors who were moving into Greece Brought with them the teachings of Plato, Aeschylus, and other ancient writers.


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