Question

What was the impact of the middle class on literature in the 18th century?

• A. It brought sentimentalism and moral refinement
• B. It primarily led to the revival of classical drama and tragedy.
• C. It narrowed the audience for literature to only the wealthy elite.
• D. It encouraged a widespread shift towards highly intellectual and philosophical treatises.

Answer 1

Answer:

A. It brought sentimentalism and moral refinement

• The middle class appropriated classicism but added emotional depth and moral concern, giving rise to sentimental literature.