In Contrast to Most of the Rest of Europe, Marriages

question 82

Multiple Choice

In contrast to most of the rest of Europe, marriages in Italian cities of the Renaissance

• A)occurred when both individuals were very young.
• B)tended to be increasingly rare.
• C)tended to take place between older men who had made their fortune and much younger women.
• D)were generally longer lasting due to increased wealth and improved living conditions.
• E)were based on romantic love.

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