What this chapter is about
The scholars of this period admired the civilizations of ancient Greece and Rome. They believed that classical learning had been neglected during the medieval centuries. Therefore, they attempted to “revive” ancient literature, philosophy, art, and scientific thinking.
However, modern historians argue that the Renaissance was not a complete break from the Middle Ages. Many medieval achievements had already prepared the way for these developments.
Learning objectives
- 1Explain a Deep and Detailed Study of the European Renaissance, Humanism, and Scientific Transformation
- 2Explain 1 Growth of Trade and Wealth
- 3Explain 2 Rise of Independent City-States
- 4Explain 3 Influence of Roman Heritage
- 5Explain 4 Weakness of Feudalism
- 6Explain 1 Meaning of Humanism
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Renaissance
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