What was a significant factor in the rise of literacy rates in Europe during the 17th and 18th centuries?

Increased population growth

Establishment of schools by churches

Government-funded literacy programs

Availability of free books

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B. Establishment of schools by churches

Churches set up schools in villages which greatly contributed to increasing literacy among peasants and artisans.

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