Which statement correctly explains how Galileo Galilei contributed to secularism during the Renaissance?
A. Galileo used his telescope to find evidence that Earth is not the
center of the universe. This discovery contradicted the teachings
of the Catholic Church, suggesting that religion was not the only
guide to truth.
B. Galileo used his telescope to demonstrate the accuracy of ancient
star maps. This demonstration convinced the Catholic Church to
fund research into other aspects of non-Christian cultures.
C. Galileo used his telescope to demonstrate that ancient star maps
are inaccurate. This demonstration caused the Catholic Church to
forbid future scholars from studying non-Christian cultures.
D. Galileo used his telescope to find evidence that the sun is not the
center of the universe. This discovery supported the teachings of
the Catholic Church, demonstrating that religion was harmonious
with science.