Florence
Definition
Florence is a city in central Italy that was the birthplace of the Renaissance. It was known for its culture, politics, economy, and being home to many influential figures like Michelangelo and Leonardo da Vinci.
Related terms
Medici Family: A powerful Italian family that ruled Florence during much of the Renaissance. They were great patrons of arts and humanism.
Humanism: An intellectual movement during the Renaissance that focused on studying classical texts, human potential & achievements.
Dante Alighieri: A major Italian poet from Florence who wrote "The Divine Comedy", which is considered one of world literature’s greatest masterpieces.
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AP European History - 1.2 Italian Renaissance
Practice Questions (2)
What aspect might limit the use of Machiavelli’s "The Prince" for understanding common people's life in Florence during the Italian Renaissance?
How did the Medici family's patronage of art and science in Florence during the Renaissance impact future generations of European scholars?
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