Which of the Following Was Not a Factor in the Cultural

question 62

Multiple Choice

Which of the following was not a factor in the cultural flowering of the twelfth century?

• A) The Carolingian Renaissance was rejected for new ideas.
• B) The end of invasions permitted more travel and more political stability.
• C) There was recognition of the importance of classical contributions.
• D) There was increasing commerce and the literacy skills associated with it.
• E) Contacts with Islamic and Byzantine cultures led to the translation into Latin of ancient Greek works.

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