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When (approximately) did Leonardo live?

1450-1520. 1452-1519, I believe.

With what area is Leonardo most closely associated?

Florence. He spent time in Milan (and other places), but Florence was 'his town'.

One of Leonardo's most famous works is 'The Battle of ...'

Anghiari. It was apparently a conflict between forces from Florence and Milan.

Which prominent psychologist wrote a work that analyzed Leonardo and discussed one of Leonardo's childhood memories?

Sigmund Freud. Freud seized on one of Leonardo's memories and interpreted it along psychoanalytic lines. Unfortunately, there may have been a mis-translation involved.

Which is true of Leonardo's early years?

He was illegitimate. He was illegitimate, but knew the identity of his father, mother and step-mother.

Leonardo experienced some difficulty when he was charged with what offense?

Immoral conduct. It is commonly believed that Leonardo was gay. There were some young boys ...

Which is not a work by Leonardo?

The Night Watch. That one is by Rembrandt.

Leonardo was interested in ...?

All of these (Human Anatomy, Flying Machines, Weaponry). He had interests in - and a talent for - just about everything.

Which is true of Leonardo's Mona Lisa?

The model was the wife of a customer.

Who was not a contemporary (more-or-less) of Leonardo?

Vermeer. He came later.