What themes were commonly depicted in Renaissance art? Explain how the Renaissance era shaped the development of art history.

Name any two sailors of the Renaissance period and one each of their discoveries.

Read the following excerpt and answer the questions that follow:

"The Renaissance literature in modern European languages was marked by significant changes in style and theme. Initially, the tendency was towards copying the Latin literary style. Its first impact was felt in poetry where the imitation of court poets was given up and new rhymes were adopted with themes which were increasingly secular."

(Source: https://egyankosh.ac.in/bitstream/123456789/12890/1/Unit-7.pdf)

(a) How did Renaissance literature differ from that of the Middle Ages?

(b) What language did Renaissance writers use for their works?

How did the victory of the Turks over Constantinople play a part in the rise of Renaissance?