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Which factor may explain why the Renaissance began in Florence?
A
It's army was large and powerful
B
It was the biggest city-state in Italy.
C
It had a great seaport.
D
It's people were resourceful and ambitious.

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Answer: C. IT HAD A GREAT SEAPORT

There are actually five reasons why Renaissance began in Florence.

1) Geography - Florence is the ideal place for trade (seaports). It can be reached both by land and by sea.

2) Wealthy Merchants - Florence is filled with patrons of arts. Medici's trade brings great prosperity.

3) Independent Government - Florence is a place where people can behave in certain manner and not be persecuted; unlike other countries

4) Liberal people - People liberal thoughts and manners result to progressive behavior.

5) Humanism - People in Florence believe that life should be lived to ones greatest potential; a way of honoring Gods' greatest creation.

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