The first question what is the renaissance?
The answer should be B, because it say here in a dictionary that
the activity, spirit, or time of the great revival ofart, literature, and learning in Europe beginningin the 14th century and extending to the 17thcentury, marking the transition from themedieval to the modern world.
So it's B
The second question which best explains why the renaissance began in italy? The answer should be A, The Renaissance began first in the Italian city-states. These city-states had wealth from commerce and trade that were present in the Middle Ages. Venice was known for its transportation in the silk trade and the spice trade. Many merchants from India and China came in helping to bring along new ideas.
So it's A
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