Answer:
The first factor that made Italy important in the Renaissance was the fact that it had been the center of the Roman Empire. The Renaissance got its name because it was supposed to be a rebirth of civilization in Europe after the fall of Rome. That made the center of the Roman Empire the logical place for it to start.
Explanation:
Many people during this time, including Washington, felt that slavery was justified because the slaves in America were previously slaves in Africa, and were treated more poorly by their African masters than they were by their American masters. This was of course heavily refuted.
