I think it’s Participial phrase
because participial phrases have past tense or present words, and in this question it has the word “had” and “hoped” and those are both past tense.
Sorry if I am wrong but i think it just seems like that’s what it could be.
Answer:
The answer is c.)
The <u>diminishing influence</u> of the feudal lords.
Explanation:
a.) Even though the Renaissance began before, the printing press was important to the Renaissance.
b.) The Renaissance promoted the rediscovery of classical philosophy.
c.) The feudal system was important to the Renaissance because these lords granted land and protection from outside invaders to the civilians that chose to live on their feudal lands.
d.) Luther's contribution to the renaissance was to create a religious movement and give birth to Protestantism.
Sounds kinda gay if you ask me, but actually can you provide more context or an actual question ?