Question

Many english writers and thinkers in the eighteenth century felt that the English language should be standardized. Which Social changes was most closely related to the perceived need for standardization?
A. Growth of the urban population
B. Religious reform
C. Increased life expectancy
D. Increased literacy
E. Relaxation of censorship laws

Answer 1

I believe the answer would be D. Increased Literacy. The more literate people became, the more they wanted a... standard... if you will... language that everyone would understand.