Which of the following statements is not true in describing Petrarch?
A) He coined the expression “Dark Ages.”
B) He felt that the goal of a philosopher or teacher was to teach the student to be good.
C) He memorized the writings of the classical authors to internalize their values.
D) He recognized the tension between the Christian present and the pagan past.
E) Because of the study of Greek and Roman theology, Petrarch denounced the Catholic Church.
Ans: E
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