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Why did the Renaissance begin in Italy? Give two reasons.
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- Italy was the seat of the glorious Roman Empire and all the historical remains and relics of the Roman were found there. These attracted a number of scholars and artists.
- The enormous wealth which Italy had accumulated as a result of trade with the East also contributed to the rise of the Renaissance.
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