Question

Select all that apply.

Mark the statement if it describes an ideal Renaissance courtier according to The Book of the Courtier.
a. a courtier should be modest about his talents and skills
b. a courtier should spend most of his time developing his physical strength
c. a courtier should know how to wrestle, swim, jump, and run
d. a courtier should have some qualities of the chivalrous knight
e. a courtier should be able to discuss art and philosophy

Answer 1

"a. a courtier should be modest about his talents and skills" "d. a courtier should have some qualities of the chivalrous knight" and "e. a courtier should be able to discuss art and philosophy" are all correct, since the idea was that a focus should be put on intellect and honor, not physical strength.