Both medieval scholars and Renaissance humanists valued classical writings. However
A)medieval scholars had access to far fewer sources than did Renaissance humanists.
B)medieval knowledge of Greek was rare, thus, few Greek texts were examined.
C)Renaissance humanists sought to understand classical source for their own sake and not in order to harmonize them with Christianity.
D)Renaissance humanists sought to use classical sources as a guide to an active life and not a life of contemplation.
E)all of the above

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Both medieval scholars and Renaissance humanists valued classical writings. However
A)medieval scholars had access to far fewer sources than did Renaissance humanists.
B)medieval knowledge of Greek was rare, thus, few Greek texts were examined.
C)Renaissance humanists sought to understand classical source for their own sake and not in order to harmonize them with Christianity.
D)Renaissance humanists sought to use classical sources as a guide to an active life and not a life of contemplation.
E)all of the above ​

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All of the options are true statements about the differences between medieval scholars and Renaissance humanists in their appreciation of classical writings. Medieval scholars had limited access to classical sources compared to Renaissance humanists, who had a wealth of sources to examine. Medieval scholars also had limited knowledge of Greek, which was a major scholarly language in the classical world. Renaissance humanists valued classical sources for their own sake and not solely for their use in Christian theology. Finally, Renaissance humanists saw classical thought as a guide to active living, whereas medieval scholars often focused on contemplative life.

Both Medieval Scholars and Renaissance Humanists Valued Classical Writings