Florence

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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1. When was Florence built?Established by Roman colonists in 59 BC as 'Florentia'
2. What is Florence known for?Brunelleschi's Dome of Florence Cathedral, an engineering marvel completed in 1436
3. What is the economic foundation?Flourishing wool trade and sophisticated banking systems, particularly by the Medici
4. What is the philosophical movement?Center of Renaissance Humanism, emphasizing classical learning and human potential
5. What made Florence a special city during the Renaissance?Florence became a center of art and learning because its wealth from wool and banks helped support artists and scholars. The Medici family used this money to build beautiful buildings and support famous artists.
6. Who were the Medici and why were they important?The Medici were a powerful family of bankers who helped Florence grow. They gave money to artists like Botticelli and Michelangelo and built many important buildings.

Renaissance Humanism: An intellectual movement focusing on classical texts, human potential, and secular studies, originating in Florence.
Patronage: The financial support provided by wealthy individuals or families (like the Medici) to artists and scholars.
Fresco Painting: A technique of mural painting executed upon freshly laid, or wet lime plaster.
Perspective: An artistic technique used to create the illusion of three-dimensional depth on a flat surface.