WORLD HISTORY

HISTORY

THE RENAISSANCE AND REFORMATION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Renaissance humanism valued which of the following as worthy pursuits for the first time?
A
Science-biology and astronomy
B
Humanities-art, literature and law
C
Philosophy-logic and reason
D
Mathematics-algebra and geometry
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -He inspired Humanist philosophy, which led to the intellectual flowering of the Renaissance. He believed in the immense moral and practical value of the study of ancient history and literature-that is, the study of human thought and action.

Detailed explanation-2: -The main elements of Renaissance humanism include: an interest in studying literature and art from antiquity. an interest in the eloquent use of Latin and philology. a belief in the importance and power of education to create useful citizens.

Detailed explanation-3: -Interest in humanism transformed the artist from an anonymous craftsman to an individual practicing an intellectual pursuit, enabling several to become the first celebrity artists. A growing mercantile class offered artists new patrons that requested novel subjects, notably portraits and scenes from contemporary life.

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