supporters of art during the renaissance were called\nclergy.\npatrons.\nhumanists.\npopes.

Brief Explanations:

During the Renaissance, patrons were individuals or groups who financially supported artists, providing them with resources to create art. Clergy were religious officials, humanists focused on classical - learning and human potential, and popes were leaders of the Catholic Church. Patrons were the ones specifically known for supporting art.

Answer:

B. patrons