Write a sentence or phrase about the changes in ideas listed below duringRenaissance.

a. Humanists: from ________ to ___________

b. Books: from ____________ to ___________

c. Paintings: from ___________ to ____________

d. Human beings: from ___________ to ___________

e. Women: from _____________ to ___________

modern to medieval

The introduction of the concept of humanism greatly affected theRenaissance. The Humanistic influence shaped Renaissance art, writing, education and thinkers, its ideas were spread among all aspects of life.

b. Renaissance literature started with a renewed interest in the classical Greek and Roman learning. The invention of the printing press and the weakening of the Catholic Church's influence on the daily lives of the people, among other things, enabled Renaissance writers to express their beliefs in new ways.

c. religion to realism

A rising interest inperspective and space gave the art even more realism. Great artists such as Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, and Rafael flourished during this period.

d. People considered it proper to pursue pleasure, seek wealth and comfort and also act in self interest. This was in contrast to teachings of religions that one should not act in self interest and forsake comfort and wealth.

e. Men from aristocratic families dominated public life and were the decision-makers in their families. They educated their sons to take their place in family businesses or in public life, at times sending their younger sons to join the Church. A few women were intellectually very creative and sensitive about the importance of humanist education.