During the medieval period, which group played an important role in staging plays in various parts of towns? a. landholders b. shop owners c. peasants d. trade guilds

D. trade guilds

Explanation:

Trade guilds were associations of craftsmen or merchants that were particularly important in the period between the 11th and the 16th centuries. These associations were formed as an attempt to protect the professional interests of these groups. However, this was not the only social or economic role that the trade guilds played. The guilds were involved in many social and economic activities, including the staging of plays.