The Renaissance (Junior Cert History): Quizzes
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What does the word 'Renaissance' mean?
What does the word 'Renaissance' mean?
Rebirth
In which year did the fall of Constantinople occur?
In which year did the fall of Constantinople occur?
1453
In which year was Leonardo da Vinci born?
In which year was Leonardo da Vinci born?
1452
When did Michelangelo paint the Sistine Chapel ceiling?
When did Michelangelo paint the Sistine Chapel ceiling?
1508
Who invented the movable type printing press?
Who invented the movable type printing press?
Johannes Gutenberg
How many people could the Globe Theatre hold?
How many people could the Globe Theatre hold?
2,000
What was the main focus of humanism during the Renaissance?
What was the main focus of humanism during the Renaissance?
Human knowledge
When did Galileo publish his ideas supporting the heliocentric theory?
When did Galileo publish his ideas supporting the heliocentric theory?
1632
Who is often called Europe's first professional female writer?
Who is often called Europe's first professional female writer?
Christine de Pizan
What does 'vernacular' refer to during the Renaissance?
What does 'vernacular' refer to during the Renaissance?
Everyday language of ordinary people