Question

Why was the Roman Catholic Church so powerful in Europe during the Middle Ages?

A.
Large numbers of new believers converted to the faith.
B.
Church officials controlled knowledge and learning and often held influential positions in government.
C.
The Protestant Reformation decreased the influence of Protestant faiths, making the Catholic Church more powerful.
D.
Wealthy areas adopted Christianity after the Muslims were defeated in the Crusades.

Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

A
B
C
D

Answer 1

I think your answer maybe:
B.Church officials controlled knowledge and learning and often held influential positions in government.

I'm very sorry if this is incorrect.

Answer 2

The correct option is B

The Church in the Middle Ages was a very powerful institution since it was a deeply religious age. That is why the Catholic Church had a great influence on society and, although there were other creeds, in the 11th century Europe was largely Christian.

Beyond the borders that separated the European kingdoms a new concept of union was born: Christianity.