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Challenges in Late Medieval Times

Question 2 • GA-GSE World History

How did the end of the Hundred Years’ War strengthen monarchies?

Answer
A
The conflict reduced the power of standing armies.
B
The conflict reduced the power of the nobility.
C
The conflict increased the power of priests.
D
The conflict increased the power of peasants.

Explanation

The Hundred Years’ War weakened many nobles, who lost land, wealth, and influence during the conflict. At the same time, monarchs gained greater control over taxation and permanent armies, making royal governments stronger. So the conflict reduced the power of the nobility.

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