Question

There is a lot of controversy over the Renaissance, when it began, and if it actually existed. Why do you think there is so much uncertainty and controversy?
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Answer 1

The term "renaissance" was coined in the 19th Century and is considered more of a development of modern science rather than art and culture. Due to the disputed time of when the arts consciously moved forward and the period's characterization of a scientific progression, it seems to be uncertain and controversial as to what it truly can be defined as.