Question

Which descriptions of the roles of the popes and patrons of the arts in restoring the city of Rome are accurate?

Choose **all** answers that are correct.

a. translated scripture into the language of the people to promote learning

b. organized teams to find ancient statues buried in Rome

c. invented new artistic techniques and paints

d. commissioned artists to create stunning paintings and frescoes

Answer 1

Answer:

B. hired architects to build magnificent churches and offices

D. sponsored expeditions to collect classical manuscripts and coins

Explanation:

During the Renaissance the church and patrons (who were previously sponsoring art in Florence) moved to Rome in order to restore basilicas, plazas, and overall discover and attract new talents to develop beautiful architecture in Rome.

Also with the construction of monasteries, the Church (specially monks) started to collect old manuscripts to either learn from them, or hide them from the population, since some of them were from the past Greek philosophers that stated ideas against what the Church wanted to spread at that time.

Answer 2

Answer:

b and d

Explanation: