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CHARACTERISTICS OF RENAISSANCE ENGLAND - Coggle Diagram
CHARACTERISTICS OF RENAISSANCE ENGLAND
It began in Italy in the 14th century.
The new impulse for learning
Elizabeth I spoke five foreign languages and encouraged drama and the arts.
Queen Elizabeth I
New schools were founded throughout Britain, in rural villages as well as cities.
Influence of Humanists
The Humanists emphasized human potential, not God's power.
Humanists influenced a critical and scholarly study of the scriptures.
Strong English nationalism
England became a world naval power.
It began the foundations of the far-flung British empire.
It energized all English pursuits, including literature and the arts.
It was also called rebirth of learning.
Key Renaissance Characteristics
Increasing literacy
Increasing trade
Gradual movement
Emphasis on studies in the expanding universities.
