WORLD HISTORY

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MANALO, BHEA DHENESSE M

 PART 1 . Document based Question

1. Describe Describe the Geography of Italy as the birthplace of Renaissance.

The Renaissance was a significant event in European history that lasted from the 14th through the 17th centuries. It
was preceded by the European Middle Ages and eventually led to other significant events such as the Age of Revolution. In
historical terms, the Renaissance matters because it resulted in an important transformation in European philosophy and
worldview. The Renaissance is thought to have begun in the major city-states of the Italian peninsula and then extended slowly to
other parts of Europe. However, the topography of the Italian Peninsula slowed the dissemination of Renaissance ideas (such as
humanism) . The Renaissance brought about tremendous changes in European architecture, art, literature, mathematics, music,
philosophy, politics, religion, and science. Historical scholars have discovered several causes for the Renaissance's growth after
the Middle Ages, including increased interaction between different cultures, the rediscovery of ancient Greek and Roman texts, the
emergence of humanism, various artistic and technological innovations, and the effects of conflict and death.

2. Explain the factors that paved the way to the emergence of Renaissance in Europe.

The primary factor of the Renaissance in Europe was the various innovations of the time, particularly in publishing
and art, with the printing press being one of the most significant innovations in all of global history. In the mid-1400s, German
blacksmith, goldsmith, and printer Johannes Gutenberg invented the first printing press, which had an immediate and profound
impact on the events of the Renaissance (as well as later events such as the Enlightenment). Prior to the printing press, books
and other literature were generated using a variety of labor-intensive and time-consuming methods (woodblock press, etc.). The
construction of a hand mold that allowed for exact portable printing was Gutenberg's invention. This accelerated the printing
process and made it relatively economical, allowing for a surge in book publishing and printing. The Renaissance was
fundamentally about new concepts (such as humanism) supplanting old beliefs and practices (such as religious beliefs and
practices and feudal traditions). As a result, the creation of the printing press enabled these new ideas to proliferate, so
enhancing the entire Renaissance. Another significant aspect of the printing press was that it called into question long-held
literacy and educational standards. With the enormous creation of books and other writings, more Europeans, both rich and poor,
began to read. This enabled ordinary people to read and comprehend the new ideas of the Renaissance's professors, journalists,
and scientists. Because they were previously the only educated citizens, increased literacy challenged the dominance of the
affluent, nobles, and church.
 3. Describe how Renaissance changed Europe and how it brought so much impact to the aspects of social, political, cultural, and
religious aspects.

The first major reason of the Renaissance was increasing relationships among different cultures and communities before
to and during the Renaissance. This is significant since Europe was in the midst of the Middle Ages at the time. The Middle Ages (or
Medieval Period) were notable for various aspects, including feudalism and intense religious beliefs in the form of Christianity. These
characteristics (together with others) contributed to the formation of a society that was extremely conservative socially, religiously,
and politically. This implies that European society was not always amenable to change. However, the heart of the Renaissance was
a revolution in Europe's outlook and perspective. This transformation was triggered by new ideas, perspectives, and beliefs that
Europe adopted. First, enormous trade networks across Europe, Asia, and Africa encouraged interaction between diverse societies,
resulting in a flow of people, beliefs, ideas, and values as well as things. The Silk Road was the largest and most well-known of
these commercial networks. It was one of the earliest and greatest trading networks in human history, and it was essential to many
different civilizations across Eurasia from around 120 BCE to 1450 CE. At its peak, the Silk Road extended over 4000 miles from
Japan and China in the east to the Mediterranean region, including Italy, in the west. Furthermore, theological and philosophical
concepts from the historical period traveled quickly throughout the routes, having a significant impact on later events like as the
Renaissance. For example, after originating in the Arabian Peninsula in the 7th century, the Islamic faith soon expanded throughout
the Middle East, Africa, and even into portions of Europe as traders brought their faith with them on the Silk Road. This inflow of new
ideas influenced artists, writers, philosophers, and others in Europe.

4. How the middle-class, especially the Medici family played a major role during the Renaissance period.

The Medici family is known as the Godfathers of the Renaissance because they set the foundations for Florence's cultural splendor. Their
important contributions to finance, art, and architecture are still in use today. The Medici family is one of Europe's most prominent and important
families. They pioneered new banking methods and established the framework for Florence to become a cultural mecca. They established the
High Renaissance with their political policy and support of renowned artists such as Michelangelo. A large family has a lot to talk about. The
following are five highlights of the Medici family's influence throughout hundreds of years. When the Medici family rose to power, Italy was not a
cohesive nation. In contrast to neighboring nation-states such as France, it was organized into city-states. Some of these states included Siena,
Venice, Naples, and Florence, the latter of which was where the Medicis established themselves. From 1434 to 1737, they were at the
pinnacle of their authority, producing people whose impact extended beyond Florence. There are four popes among them: Leo X, Clement VII,
Pius IV, and Leo XI, as well as two French queens: Catherine de' Medici and Marie de' Medici.

 REINASSAINCE SCHOLARS/ PERSONS AND THEIR SIGNIFICANT CONTRIBUTIOM

Francesco Petrarca Desiderius Erasmus

Guillaume Budé
Roterodamus

Petrarch, the known Italian

(born October 27, 1469) -One of the most
Renaissance scholar and humanist, is Guillaume Budé (born January 26th,
influential intellectuals and campaigners of
recognized for rediscovering Cicero's 1467 in Paris) He will be remembered
the European Renaissance was Desiderius
earlier writings. He is recognized as for his success in convincing the King
Erasmus. His primary occupation
one of the most accomplished Latin to build the Collège de France and
throughout the first three and a half
writers of his time. Petrarch and for his effect on the resurgence of
decades of the sixteenth century was to
other Renaissance humanists used old Greek studies in France through his
compose letters to the most important
literature to establish a worldview academic writings
statesmen, humanists, printers, and
based on logic and reason. Petrarch is
theologians.
widely regarded as the founder of
Humanism. Petrarch's sonnets were
loved and imitated throughout Europe
Leonardo da Vinci
during the Renaissance. Humanists

such as Petrarch advocated for

citizens to be educated in these (1452-1519) was the Renaissance man's
themes so that they might participate ideal - a tremendously gifted painter,
in their society's social and political scientist, inventor, and polymath. Da
life. Vinci is widely considered as one of the
world's greatest geniuses, possessing
outstanding abilities in art, mathematics,
architecture, engineering, botany,
sculpture, and human biology.