2.1 Introduction to the Spanish Renaissance

• The Renaissance began in Italy
• The Renaissance marked a renewal of interest in classical art, literature, and philosophy of ancient Greece and Rome
• The Renaissance emphasized humanism and individual achievement.
• The Spanish Renaissance flourished in the 16th century.
• Match the key characteristics of the Spanish Renaissance with their descriptions:

  Cultural flourishing ↔️ Significant artistic and literary advancements

  Patronage of arts ↔️ Support for artists by the nobility

  Humanism ↔️ Emphasis on human potential

  Golden Age ↔️ Peak of Spanish arts and literature
• The Spanish Renaissance saw a decline in cultural and intellectual activity.

  False
• Order the following figures and their works according to their contributions to the Spanish Renaissance:

  1️⃣ Garcilaso de la Vega: Églogas, Sonnets

  2️⃣ Saint John of the Cross: Cantico espiritual

  3️⃣ Santa Teresa de Jesús: Libro de la Vida
• The Renaissance originated in Italy and spread to Europe.
• Humanism in the Renaissance emphasized religious doctrine over human potential.

  False
• Match the characteristics of the Spanish Renaissance with their descriptions:

  Cultural flourishing ↔️ Significant artistic and philosophical progress

  Patronage of arts ↔️ Support for artists by the nobility

  Humanism ↔️ Emphasis on human achievements

  Golden Age ↔️ Peak of Spanish arts and literature
• The Golden Age of the Spanish Renaissance marked the peak of Spanish arts and literature.
• Garcilaso de la Vega and El Greco were both patronized by royalty and clergy during the Spanish Renaissance.
• The Golden Age during the Spanish Renaissance saw the peak of Spanish arts.
• The Spanish Renaissance saw significant advances in literature, with poets like Garcilaso de la Vega
• Garcilaso de la Vega received patronage from royalty and clergy.
• What was a key characteristic of the Spanish Renaissance?

  Cultural flourishing
• The nobility and the Church provided patronage for artists and writers
• Humanism in the Spanish Renaissance emphasized human achievements and potential.
• What is the Golden Age of the Spanish Renaissance known for?

  Peak of Spanish arts
• Match the key characteristic with its description:

  Cultural flourishing ↔️ Significant artistic and literary advancements

  Patronage of arts ↔️ Support by nobility and Church

  Humanism ↔️ Emphasis on human achievements

  Golden Age ↔️ Peak of Spanish arts
• The Renaissance originated in Italy
• What was the Renaissance a period of cultural and intellectual transformation in Europe?

  Rebirth of classical interest
• The Renaissance saw a renewed interest in classical Greek and Roman texts.
• Match the key characteristic with its description:

  Cultural flourishing ↔️ Significant artistic, literary advancements

  Patronage of arts ↔️ Support by nobility and Church

  Humanism ↔️ Emphasis on human achievements

  Golden Age ↔️ Peak of Spanish arts and literature
• The nobility and the Church supported artists and writers during the Spanish Renaissance through patronage
• Humanism in the Spanish Renaissance focused on human potential and achievements.
• What does the Golden Age represent in the Spanish Renaissance?

  Peak of Spanish arts
• Cultural flourishing during the Spanish Renaissance included significant literary advancements.
• The Church and the nobility provided support for artists and writers, contributing to the patronage of the arts.
• Humanism during the Spanish Renaissance emphasized human achievements.
• What did the Golden Age of the Spanish Renaissance mark?

  Peak of Spanish arts
• The Spanish Renaissance saw significant advances in literature with poets like Garcilaso de la Vega
• Patronage by the Church and nobility supported the arts during the Spanish Renaissance.
• Who popularized Italian Renaissance poetry in Spanish during the Spanish Renaissance?

  Garcilaso de la Vega
• Garcilaso de la Vega popularized Italian Renaissance poetry in Spanish
• Match the literary work with its author:

  Cantico espiritual ↔️ Saint John of the Cross

  Libro de la Vida ↔️ Santa Teresa de Jesús
• Saint John of the Cross wrote mystical poetry reflecting spiritual union.
• Santa Teresa de Jesús wrote autobiographical works about her spiritual journey
• Order the elements that shaped the cultural and historical context of the Spanish Renaissance:

  1️⃣ Catholic Church

  2️⃣ Political Structure

  3️⃣ Social Hierarchy

  4️⃣ Scientific Advancements
• Match the cultural aspect with its legacy during the Spanish Renaissance:

  Literature ↔️ Shaped European literary trends

  Art ↔️ Inspired later artistic movements

  Culture ↔️ Contributed to the broader European Renaissance