Isotta Nogarola was a humanist and theological writer who wrote poetry in Latin. She was known for her intellectual pursuits, which included studying Greek and Latin literature, philosophy, and theology. Though she was a woman, she was respected and admired by many of the famous humanists of her time, including Guarino Veronese and Giovanni Pico della Mirandola.

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Isotta Nogarola

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Isotta Nogarola

A) was best known for her painting.
B) was a humanist and theological writer who wrote poetry in Latin.
C) lived most of her life as a nun.
D) was the most prolific author of the Renaissance.
E) none of these choices

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