1. PART A: Which of the following identifies a central idea of the text? O A Europe's changing religious makeup resulted in shifts of power as
well as political and religious divisions throughout the continent.
O B Europe became more divided as Christianity pushed out paganism;
and leaders began to use religion as a means to discriminate against
groups of people.
OC Europe's shift toward supporting primarily Christian religions,
resulted in less fighting and violence, as Christianity promoted
moral behavior.
OD European rulers primarily used Christianity as a means to control
their people and to increase their own wealth and influence.