Which of the following was characteristic of the codes of behavior that developed in Renaissance Italy?
A)the placing of greater importance on a person's birth
B)the placing of more value on what a person accomplishes than who he is
C)a rejection of personal ambition in favor of collective success
D)a narrowing of the notion of honor to include only military achievement
E)a simplicity in manner and tastes that continued to tie the elite to their roots

Question

Which of the following was characteristic of the codes of behavior that developed in Renaissance Italy?
A)the placing of greater importance on a person's birth
B)the placing of more value on what a person accomplishes than who he is
C)a rejection of personal ambition in favor of collective success
D)a narrowing of the notion of honor to include only military achievement
E)a simplicity in manner and tastes that continued to tie the elite to their roots

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During the Renaissance, there was a shift towards valuing a person based on their achievements, rather than their birth or social status. This was reflected in the development of humanism, which placed emphasis on individual potential and accomplishments.

Which of the Following Was Characteristic of the Codes of Behavior