Three of the following are reasons why the Renaissance began in Italy. Which is NOT?

A. Italian cities were ruled by feudal monarchs and nobles.
B. Italians could see the remains of Roman civilization around them.
C. Italy had extensive trade with Byzantine and Muslim lands.
D. Wealthy people supported artists and scholars.

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Three of the following are reasons why the Renaissance began in Italy. Which is NOT?

A. Italian cities were ruled by feudal monarchs and nobles.
B. Italians could see the remains of Roman civilization around them.
C. Italy had extensive trade with Byzantine and Muslim lands.
D. Wealthy people supported artists and scholars.

BenicioDelToro · Answer

The statement that 'Italian cities were ruled by feudal monarchs and nobles' is not true; instead, these cities were typically governed by wealthy merchants. This political structure, along with the inspiration from Roman ruins, extensive trade, and support from wealthy patrons, allowed the Renaissance to flourish in Italy.
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LauraHorowitz · Answer

Italian cities were ruled by feudal monarchs and nobles. ;

BenicioDelToro · Answer

The statement that 'Italian cities were ruled by feudal monarchs and nobles' is not true; instead, these cities were typically governed by wealthy merchants. This political structure, along with the inspiration from Roman ruins, extensive trade, and support from wealthy patrons, allowed the Renaissance to flourish in Italy. 
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