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“The Rennies”:
The Renaissance Man (or Woman!)
“All truths are easy to understand once they are discovered; the point is to discover them.”
Galileo Galilei
The Renaissance heralded a rebirth of learning in Western Europe. Greek and Roman classics were once
again embraced. The individual was celebrated, and all things were possible. To discover the rich texture
of western European culture during this time, it is helpful to study those individuals who so richly
contributed to their societies.
GQ: How
does my person exemplify the spirit of the Renaissance?
YOUR TASK:
Create a 5-SLIDE Power Point, Prezi, or other visual
to answer the GQ.
YOU HAVE 2 DAYS TO COMPLETE YOUR WORK! ASSIGN YOURSELF HOMEWORK AS NEEDED.
1. Read History Alive ! “Humanism”, Chapter 28.5 and answer the questions.
2. Read the History Alive! piece on your character, if applicable. (CONSULT INDEX.)
3. Study your character further. (Go on the internet! Use online database resources! Use classroom
books! Use KP library!
4. As a pair, create a visual presentation, no longer than 5 slides in length, that highlights the
following:
 Your person’s biggest contributions/best works.
 Your person’s connection to humanism or another important aspect of the Renaissance.
 A quote by your person or which reflects the character or beliefs of your person.
Convince your audience that your person exemplifies the spirit of
the Renaissance and should win a Rennie!
The players:
Art:
Michelangelo
Leonardo Da Vinci
Albrecht Durer
Donatello
Raphael
Literature:
Dante Aligieri
Miguel Cervantes
William Shakespeare
John Milton
Science/Engineering:
Leadership/Politics:
Galileo Galilei
Nicolaus Copernicus
Andreas Vesalius
Filippo Brunelleschi
Medici Family (Lorenzo)
Niccolo Machievelli
Isabella I (Spain)
Elizabeth I (England)
Awards:
Best Artist
Best Leader
Most Rennie
Best Writer
Best Quote
Best Scientist
Most Influential
Rubric:
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Clear evidence of reading and research
on chosen figure; information is accurate
Completes all requirements of assignment:
Score
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A
P
E
8
9
10.5
12
3.5
4.5
5
6
-Biggest contributions/best works highlighted
-Clear contribution to the Renaissance/the world
-Clear philosophy and/or connection to humanism
-Meaningful quote included
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Visuals are dynamic and highlight all requirements
-Judicious use of text
-Appealing format
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Persuasive presentation; students proudly and
passionately represent their Renaissance man or woman
Total:
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Turn in Rubric before your presentation
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Michelangelo
Dante Alighieri
Galileo Galilei
Lorenzo Medici
(Medici family)
Leonardo
Da Vinci
Miguel Cervantes
Nicolaus
Copernicus
Filippo
Brunelleschi
Albrecht Durer
Donatello
William
Shakespeare
Niccolo
Machiavelli
Andreas Vesalius Isabella I (Spain)
Raphael
Elizabeth I
(England)
John Milton