This renaissance woman defended the right of women to pursue scholarly pursuits. a. francesca civolia b. laura cerata c. dona medici d. cassandra fedele e. isotta nogarola.

 The correct answer is :  b. Laura Cerata

Explanation:  She was an Italian humanist and feminist writer, defended the right to education for women and was against abuse towards married women. His writings were in the form of letters. He received much criticism from both men and envious women. It was a woman who laid the foundation for many writers after the rebirth.