Beginning roughly in the 14th century in Florence, and later spreading through Europe with the development of the printing press, a Renaissance of knowledge challenged traditional doctrines in science and theology, with the Arabic texts and thought bringing about rediscovery of classical Greek and Roman knowledge. COUNT 4
QSN1 When was the start of the period known as the Renaissance? ANS1 14th century QSN2 In what city did the Renaissance begin? ANS2 Florence QSN3 What areas of knowledge were subject to much debate during the Renaissance? ANS3 science and theology QSN4 The encounter with Arabic knowledge put Renaissance thinkers back in touch with the teachings of which ancient civilizations? ANS4 Greek and Roman