What role did monks play in advancing literature? a. because they were religious, they were able to pass along the teachings of the bible. b. because they were well funded, they were able to establish schools. c. because they were literate, they were able to record texts and teach others to read. d. because they were educated, they were able to write stories about life in the church.

Which statement best explains the relationship between the gothic genre and the characterization in the passage? o the characterization of mr. hyde contrasts with the gloomy setting that is typical of gothic fiction. o the characterization of mr. hyde reflects the preoccupation with confined spaces in gothic fiction the characterization of mr. hyde create the cheerful mood that is typical of gothic fiction. the characterization of mr. hyde reflects the focus on horror and strong emotions in gothic fiction.