Which best states why the renaissance began in northern italy? northern italy was home to great universities. northern italy was close to ancient civilizations. northern italy was home to great political leaders. northern italy was close to the catholic church.

Which of the following was a major effect of paul's conversion to christianity? christianity became the official religion of the roman empire. the teachings of christianity were banned by pontius pilate. christians began to debate whether jesus was resurrected or not. the teachings of christianity were spread to non-jews called gentiles.