In addition to patronage, merchant families during the renaissance began to

educate their sons.

practice new religions.

establish new businesses.

hide their wealth

the right answer is the third one: turnpikes went short distances to connect markets. turnpikes, also known as toll roads, were very important for trade and transportation (of people, goods and products) in the 19th century, coinciding with the expansion towards the west. they contributed significantly to the economic development of the united states.