Question

The Church begin to censor books because

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A. the literacy rate in Europe was dropping.
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B. the pope disapproved of use of the vernacular.
C. writers began publishing books critical of the Church.
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D. printed books had become too expensive.

Answer 1

Option: C. writers began publishing books critical of the Church.

Step-by-step explanation:

The Church censored books because they were challenged by writers based on the believes and practices. Books that corrupted the morals of the Church and its people were banned according to canon law. During the Renaissance, people showed self-expression which questioned the church.