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AP European History
Unit 2 – Reformation
Topic 2.2
How did the Protestant Reformation contribute to the spread of literacy and education in Europe?
It restricted access to education to clergy and religious elites, limiting overall literacy rates.
It emphasized the importance of Latin as the language of education and scholarship.
It resulted in the decline of educational institutions and the focus on practical skills.
It promoted the idea that individuals should be able to read and interpret scripture for themselves, leading to increased literacy rates and the establishment of Protestant schools.
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