Read Robert the Monk’s account of Pope Urban II’s speech.This royal city [Jerusalem] . . . desires to be liberated and begs you to come to her aid. . . . God has granted you above all other nations great glory in arms. Accordingly, undertake this journey eagerly for the remission of your sins, with the assurance of the reward of imperishable glory in the kingdom of heaven.Which best summarizes what the pope is saying?
Answer
A
Traveling to Jerusalem is the will of God.
B
Warfare in the name of God is a sin.
C
God has given Jerusalem to Muslims.
D
God will reward those who fight for control of Jerusalem.
Explanation
Urban urges the listeners to go to Jerusalem to help liberate it, promising that the journey will bring remission of sins and reward in heaven. This means God will reward those who fight to regain control of Jerusalem. Choice A is too general, while B contradicts the promise of forgiveness and heavenly reward.
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