How did William Shakespeare transform Renaissance literature?

A. by creating the comedy genre
B. by creating new types of poetry
C. by writing about love and romance
D. by using religious themes in his writings

B. by creating new types of poetry

William Shakespeare transformed Renaissance literature by introducing new forms of poetry, such as the sonnet and blank verse. His innovative use of language, structure, and themes set a new standard for poetry in the English language. This revolutionized the way literature was written and appreciated during the Renaissance period and beyond.