The revival of Classical antiquity in the twelfth century was primarily caused by
A) the university movement of the previous century.
B) circulation in the west in Latin translation of many ancient philosophical and scientific works previously saved by Muslim scholars.
C) the elaborate and dialectical writings of St. Thomas Aquinas.
D) the generous financial support of scholars by new European monarchs.
E) renewed contacts with the Byzantine Empire after centuries of separation.
B
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A. isolate themselves and their children from the corrupting influences of the world. B. escape the dangers posed by the renewal of warfare between Holland and France. C. escape persecution at the hands of Dutch Calvinists. D. join their fellow Puritans in New England.
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a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Which American president journeyed to the People's Republic of China in 1972?
a. Lyndon Johnson b. Jimmy Carter c. John Kennedy d. Gerald Ford e. Richard Nixon
Which of the following best describes the situation of the Allies in the European theater of war in the summer of 1942?
a. A successful landing in Normandy brought the end of the war in sight. b. While Soviets were returning to civilian life, U.S. forces in the West were taking the brunt of German defenses. c. With Africa and Italy reconquered, Hitler's Germany was close to toppling over. d. The only safe opening of a second front against Germany was with an assault on North Africa.