111 Read the quote about Charlemagne.

“The man who led the Franks to victory and so created modern Europe was Charles the Great. . . . [W]ithout Charles and the legend of Charles Europe would have had a different history and a different character.”

Which of Charlemagne’s accomplishments might this writer have had in mind in crediting Charlemagne with the creation of “modern Europe”? Select the two correct answers.

A.
He established a peace that lasted for centuries.

B.
He blocked the power of the popes.

C.
He helped spread Christianity.

D.
He encouraged the creation of schools.

Correct answers are

C.  He helped spread Christianity.

D.  He encouraged the creation of schools.

Explanation:

Option A is not correct as we cannot conclude that from the passage and also it is not a historical fact, as after his death there were wars the spread across Europe.

B is also not correct as he had good relations with the Papal State.

C is correct as the role of Christianity became even more important then ever. Charlemagne was the Emperor of The Holy Roman Empire.

D is also correct as development of knowledge and spreading of education finally happened during his reign.

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