Question

how did use of the vernacular affect the spread of humanism in europe?
the vernacular helped artists create and distribute works that patrons liked.
the vernacular helped writers and philosophers reach wider audiences.
the vernacular helped scholars collect and study classical literature.
the vernacular helped politicians and businessmen maintain power.

Explanation:

During the spread of humanism, the vernacular (common - language) was crucial. Writers and philosophers using it could communicate ideas to more people. Before, Latin (a learned - but less - common language) was dominant. Using the vernacular broke this barrier. It wasn't mainly about artists and patrons (A), as humanism was more intellectual. Collecting classical literature (C) was part of humanism but not the main role of the vernacular. And it had little to do with politicians and businessmen maintaining power (D). So, the vernacular's main impact was helping writers and philosophers reach wider audiences.

Answer:

B. The vernacular helped writers and philosophers reach wider audiences.