15th Century: Italy I

Question 1

What artist did the Medici family commission for most projects?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Filippo Brunelleschi

Question 2

Which of the following best supports the idea that “Renaissance is a rebirth”?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

take an old style, improve it, and make it something new

Question 3

In what year did Filippo Brunelleschi design the Founding Hospital?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

1444

Question 4

What purpose did the building below serve?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

public orphanage

Question 5

What famous classical building exhibits impost blocks that architects of the Renaissance used as inspiration?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

the Roman Colosseum

Question 6

What was the focus of Renaissance art?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

all of the above

Question 7

What style plan did Brunelleschi use for the Church of San Lorenzo?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

basilica style plan

Question 8

Why did artists of the Renaissance rely on mathematical formulas?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

To create harmonious proportions and realistic linear perspective in painting and architecture.

Question 9

Which of the following was the parish church constructed for the Medici family?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Basilica of San Lorenzo

15th Century: Italy I Answers