Compare and Contrast the Italian Renaissance with the Northern Renaissance

question 32

Essay

Compare and contrast the Italian Renaissance with the northern Renaissance. What were the lasting contributions of each?

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Definitions:

AGIL

A theoretical framework by Talcott Parsons that describes four basic functions necessary for the survival of any social system: Adaptation, Goal attainment, Integration, and Latency.

Sacrifice Freedom

The act of giving up personal liberties and choices for the benefit of a larger group, cause, or principle.

Hobbes's Ideas

The political philosophies of Thomas Hobbes, which emphasize the necessity of a strong central authority to avoid the chaos and conflict inherent in the state of nature.

Benjamin Franklin

A Founding Father of the United States known for his contributions as a statesman, author, publisher, scientist, inventor, and diplomat.