As variety entertainments diminished in popularity, Roman tragedy grew in popularity

Why was Lorenzo de' Medici given the nickname of il Magnifico?

a. He was a great champion of the city's arts and education. b. He incited riots within the textile industry to change the guild regulations and raise wages c. He endowed the city of Lucca with a university that became known for its course in practical "applied" skills d. He reduced the taxation of the lower economic classes, creating more equal distribution of wealth.

Assurbanipal was known for

a. his cruelty and culture. b. his cruelty and virtue. c. his culture and learning. d. his power and his generosity. e. his charm and his diplomacy.