In what way did the renaissance affect the european exploration of north america? a) the rejection of religious thought made people want to leave europe. eliminate b) european feudal lords wished to spread their influence to new lands. c) the wealth and curiosity the renaissance created made it the right time to explore. d) artists' depiction of life in the new world caused people to want to see the continent.

C) The wealth and curiosity the Renaissance created made it the right time to explore.

Explanation:

One of the most important legacies of the Rennaissance in the culture of Europe was the fact that the Renaissance encouraged a spirit of exploration and curiosity. This is part of the reason why art and science made such progress. This curiosity also pushed explorers to wonder what was out there, in the lands that had not yet been explored. This feeling would prove extremely important in the exploration of the Americas.