Many historians describe the Renaissance as primarily an artistic movement and this is easy to understand when you list the names of some of the key artists from 1400-1550. Our list includes Leonardo DaVinci, Raphael, Donatello, Michelangelo and Brunelleschi, names familiar even to those of us who are not art historians. A few years ago, even Hollywood adopted the names of key Renaissance artists for what became a famous cartoon series: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles!
There are several good web sites devoted to Renaissance art. If you are interested in reviewing the slide show from class you can open this link and scroll down to the powerpoint presentation. I would recommend that you save the presentation prior to viewing it, as it is a large file and tends to run slowly.
Test
Your test on Chapter 13 is on Monday. The first part of the test will consist of approximately 40 multiple choice questions. They will be in the same format as the questions we worked on in class. You will then select one free response essay from this list:
1. Why did the Renaissance begin in Italy and how was it sustained between 1300 and 1600?
There are several good web sites devoted to Renaissance art. If you are interested in reviewing the slide show from class you can open this link and scroll down to the powerpoint presentation. I would recommend that you save the presentation prior to viewing it, as it is a large file and tends to run slowly.
Test
Your test on Chapter 13 is on Monday. The first part of the test will consist of approximately 40 multiple choice questions. They will be in the same format as the questions we worked on in class. You will then select one free response essay from this list:
1. Why did the Renaissance begin in Italy and how was it sustained between 1300 and 1600?
2. In what ways do Machiavelli’s “The Prince” and Castiglione’s “The Courtier” echo the fundamental principles of the Italian Renaissance? Use one of the works to explain how it would have been used by a Renaissance person to provide guidance.
3.In many ways the Renaissance was primarily an artistic movement. What were the distinguishing characteristics of Renaissance art? What were the themes and techniques? How were artists trained? What was their status in society? How did Renaissance art reflect the changing attitudes and interests of Europeans?
Your study guide and outline of Chapter 13 are due at the start of class. The test and study guide will receive equal weight.
If you have any questions about the exam or material, please come by room 246 or drop me an email. We are working to earn “5” on the exam in May and a successful first test will put us on the track to success.
1 comment:
Thank you for giving us a heads up on the free response questions!
Anastasia M
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