<P> The term modern was coined in the 16th century to indicate present or recent times ( ultimately derived from the Latin adverb modo , meaning `` just now '' ) . The European Renaissance ( about 1420 -- 1630 ) , which marked the transition between the Late Middle Ages and Early Modern times , started in Italy and was spurred in part by the rediscovery of classical art and literature , as well as the new perspectives gained from the Age of Discovery and the invention of the telescope and microscope , expanding the borders of thought and knowledge . </P>
<P> The term modern was coined in the 16th century to indicate present or recent times ( ultimately derived from the Latin adverb modo , meaning `` just now '' ) . The European Renaissance ( about 1420 -- 1630 ) , which marked the transition between the Late Middle Ages and Early Modern times , started in Italy and was spurred in part by the rediscovery of classical art and literature , as well as the new perspectives gained from the Age of Discovery and the invention of the telescope and microscope , expanding the borders of thought and knowledge . </P>
the modern period began as a result of what historical event
the modern period began as a result of what historical event
The European Renaissance
The European Renaissance