Which of the following statements about Dante Alighieri is true? (5 points)

A. Other Italian writers of his generation refused to acknowledge his work as valid.
B. The modern Italian language was strongly influenced by his writings.
C. He refused to look to other writing styles for inspiration and ideas.
D. His writings inspired his followers to reject the teachings of the Catholic Church

Question

Which of the following statements about Dante Alighieri is true?  (5 points)

A. Other Italian writers of his generation refused to acknowledge his work as valid.
B. The modern Italian language was strongly influenced by his writings.
C. He refused to look to other writing styles for inspiration and ideas.
D. His writings inspired his followers to reject the teachings of the Catholic Church