Based on "The Renaissance Garden" excerpt in Encountering the Past, which of the following is most accurate?
A. A garden's main purpose was to romance and seduce potential suitors.
B. A garden was a sign of wealth and privilege that only the wealthy could enjoy.
C. A garden was a source for food and medicine, and a space of social and religious significance.
D. A garden lacked a practical function, but the social dimensions created outweighed the cost to maintain the garden's beauty.
E. Gardens were seen only in practical terms, as a source of fresh food in an urban environment.
Answer: C
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