Which statement describes an important characteristic of monarchies in Europe during the late Middle Ages? A. After the Magna Carta was signed, monarchs across Europe needed their subjects' approval to wage war. B. Nobles who gained control of large territories formed councils to share power with local lords. C. Conquering rulers seized land from nobles and gave it to those who would swear allegiance to them as king. D. Monarchs gradually lost power and wealth to local lords who had the support of the pope and the archbishops.

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Ralph Mcbride

3 January, 02:51

Which statement describes an important characteristic of monarchies in Europe during the late Middle Ages? A. After the Magna Carta was signed, monarchs across Europe needed their subjects' approval to wage war. B. Nobles who gained control of large territories formed councils to share power with local lords. C. Conquering rulers seized land from nobles and gave it to those who would swear allegiance to them as king. D. Monarchs gradually lost power and wealth to local lords who had the support of the pope and the archbishops.

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Shelby Smith · Answer 1

"C. Conquering rulers seized land from nobles and gave it to those who would swear allegiance to them as king" is the best option from this list, although this wasn't always the case.