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1. Humanism

Known as the father of English literature and considered the greatest English poet of the Middle Ages. Achieved fame during his lifetime not only as an author, but he also was politically active as a diplomat. Is best known for writing The Canterbury Tales. Was crucial in developing the legitimacy of the vernacular language at a time when the literary languages were French and Latin.
The final expeditions carried out by China with the goal of establishing a Chinese presence and imposing imperial control over Indian Ocean trade. He also wanted to impress these foreign people and expand China's tributary system. Sought to attain these goals mostly through diplomacy. Came to an end because the Chinese elite realized that these expeditions went against many Confucian principles.
A movement of European scholars, writers, and teachers associated with the study of grammar, rhetoric, poetry, history, languages, and moral philosophy that was influential in the fifteenth century and later. Prefers individual thought and evidence over established doctrine. Revived classical learning during the Renaissance and demonstrated the benefits of studying classical sources.
A period of great cultural change and achievement that began in the 14th century and lasted until the 16th century. Was the transition between Medieval and Early Modern Europe. There was renewed interest of the culture of the classics. Most of the changes were concentrated in the elite and life didn't change much for the majority of the population. Best known for the humanist, artistic, and literary achievements of people such as Michelangelo, Petrarch, and Machiavelli.

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