During the Renaissance, a new intellectual movement known as humanism evolved. Select the significance of the humanist movement.

A. Humanists were inspired by classical texts and emphasized the dignity and worth of the individual.

B. Humanists spread the teachings of Eastern philosophers such as Confucius throughout Europe. C. Humanists were very interested in religious studies and sought to increase the influence of the Church.

D. Humanists felt formal education was impractical and unnecessary; therefore, many schools were closed.

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Harper Wang

31 October, 15:53

During the Renaissance, a new intellectual movement known as humanism evolved. Select the significance of the humanist movement.

A. Humanists were inspired by classical texts and emphasized the dignity and worth of the individual.

B. Humanists spread the teachings of Eastern philosophers such as Confucius throughout Europe. C. Humanists were very interested in religious studies and sought to increase the influence of the Church.

D. Humanists felt formal education was impractical and unnecessary; therefore, many schools were closed.

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Robert Gaines · Answer 1

During the Renaissance, a new intellectual movement known as humanism evolved. The answer which shows the significance of the humanist movement is A. Humanists were inspired by classical texts and emphasized the dignity and worth of the individual.

B is incorrect because humanists focused on ancient Greece. C is incorrect because humanists were against the church. D is incorrect because humanists valued education a lot.