After the twelfth century, authors who wrote in the vernacular did so to __________.
A. reach a wider audience than readers of Latin
B. copy the vulgar language of the streets
C. protest restrictions on subjects imposed by the Church
D. comply with a requirement instituted by civil governments
Answer: A
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