• Watch the video (only about 6 minutes) on ‘The Montefeltro Conspiracy’ by Simonetta posted in the RENAISSANCE folder.
• Read chapters three and four of E.H. Carr
• I’m worried about our understanding of political chronology: please create a timeline in your notes that list the ten most important dates, in your opinion, related to the Italian Wars.

I’d like to share with you the following theses from your peers as examples of particularly clear and thoughtful responses:

#1 During the Renaissance, Humanists strove to attain knowledge of themselves and the world, and to pass this knowledge on to others. They agreed on the value of education, but could not reach consensus about it’s purpose. Some saw the attainment of knowledge as a path to virtue and proper moral conduct, while others directed their efforts towards social advancement and position.

#2 During the Renaissance, the political class of Western Europe changed its attitude towards the attainment of Humanist knowledge, viewing it no longer as subordinate to practical skill, but as an important step on the way to sound judgement as a leader, and as a crucial element for maintaining reputation as a member of the court.

NOTE: One of the requirements for completion of this class is that you sit for a verbal 30 minute-exam at least once during the year. If you wish to sit for this exam on the Renaissance and have it count for the 1st Quarter, you will need to sign up for an exam time in the next two weeks.