In what ways did renaissance ideas and attitudes inspire and motivate european explorers

The Renaissance slowly enabled people to think of themselves as individuals, to have confidence in their capabilities, and to look forward to the fame their achievements might bring. The eyes of the Europeans were opened through the Crusades.

adopted the practice of proskynesis, a persian court custom that involved bowing down and kissing the hand of others, depending on their rank.

i don't think it's c or d. i think it's either a or b.

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