Many english writers and thinkers in the eighteenth century felt that the english language should be standardized. which social change was most closely related to the perceived need for standardization?

a) growth of the urban population

b) religious reforms

c) increased life expectancy

d) increased literacy

e) relaxation of censorship laws

The correct answer is D. Increased literacy.

Explanation

The standardization of the English language was a process promoted during the 18th century by writers and thinkers in response to the increasing literacy rate that existed at this time because it became necessary to establish spelling rules and a defined language for teaching and learning. of the students, as well as the books that were used for said process. On the other hand, standardization was necessary to improve the social function of the language to give it uniformity in all communities. So, the correct answer is D. Increased literacy.

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