Which statement best explains why the renaissance began in italy? a) italy was the victor in the hundred years war. b) italian cities were trade centers in the late fourteenth century. c) northern europe artists arrived bringing their artistic style that the artists copied. d) the successful creation of a unified italian monarchy meant resources were available for art.

Select the five weaknesses of the articles of confederation. congress could not declare war or establish an army. congress could not levy taxes. congress could not control trade. not all the states were represented in congress. no national court system. no executive to enforce the laws. congress could not negotiate with foreign governments. the national government could not borrow money. nine of the states had to agree to pass a law.