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What contributed to the decline of feudalism during the Renaissance?
What contributed to the decline of feudalism during the Renaissance?
- The spread of eastern knowledge and revival of European interest in ancient art and learning
- The Crusades and the departure of nobles to join the wars (correct)
- The rise of wealthy classes and rapid growth of trade between Europe and the East
- The rise of universities and the control of schools by the church
What impact did the Black Death have on feudalism?
What impact did the Black Death have on feudalism?
- Feudalism transitioned into a more democratic system
- Feudalism became more centralized as a response to the population decline
- Feudalism eventually collapsed, leading to greater freedom and more time for art and learning (correct)
- Feudalism strengthened due to increased reliance on serfs for labor
How did the crusaders contribute to the Renaissance?
How did the crusaders contribute to the Renaissance?
- They brought back new knowledge in mathematics, science, astronomy, and medicine from the Arab world (correct)
- They established new trade routes that directly led to the Renaissance
- They introduced new religious practices that inspired artistic expression
- They focused on preserving traditional European art and culture
What fueled the rapid growth of trade between Europe and the East during the Renaissance?
What fueled the rapid growth of trade between Europe and the East during the Renaissance?
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How did universities contribute to the development of the Renaissance?
How did universities contribute to the development of the Renaissance?
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What was a major reason for the wealth of Italian cities and states during the Renaissance?
What was a major reason for the wealth of Italian cities and states during the Renaissance?
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What major development occurred in literature during the Renaissance?
What major development occurred in literature during the Renaissance?
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Who invented the movable-type printing press in 1450?
Who invented the movable-type printing press in 1450?
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Which Italian writer penned 'The Divine Comedy' during the Renaissance?
Which Italian writer penned 'The Divine Comedy' during the Renaissance?
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'The Decameron', criticizing the wrongdoings of the church, was written by which Italian writer during the Renaissance?
'The Decameron', criticizing the wrongdoings of the church, was written by which Italian writer during the Renaissance?
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