The Renaissance reformed European society by inspiring individuals to think for themselves. The Renaissance sparked creative ideas in art, education, and religion. Until the birth of the Renaissance the catholic church dictated what could and would be learned. New interest by scholars in Greek and Roman writing helped Europe emerge from the Dark Ages.
Art caused people to to express how they felt through painting and literature. People such as Shakespeare, Leonardo da Vinci, and Filippo Brunelleschi used this inspiration to make amazing pieces of art. Shakespeare wrote poems and plays, such as Romeo and Juliet, that brought out people’s emotions. Leonardo created artwork like the Mona