Question

9 which change in great britain influenced the style and content of seventeenth- and eighteenth-century literature? a. decreased population b. increased literacy c. the fall of dictionaries d. the rise of lower classes

Explanation:

To determine the answer, we analyze each option:

• Option A: A decreased population would likely reduce the audience for literature, not influence its style/content.
• Option B: Increased literacy means more people could read, so literature adapted to a broader audience (e.g., simpler styles, relatable content), directly impacting style and content.
• Option C: The fall of dictionaries is historically inaccurate (dictionaries expanded in this period) and would not drive literary change.
• Option D: The "rise of lower classes" is vague; literacy (Option B) is a more direct driver of literary adaptation.

Answer:

B. increased literacy