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AssignmentMultiple Choice

Early Middle Ages

Question 8 • NY-Global History and Geography I

What was the effect of Pope Leo III’s coronation of Charlemagne?

Answer
A
It united the people of Charlemagne’s empire.
B
It demonstrated shared power with Charlemagne’s enemies.
C
It divided people into social classes.
D
It weakened the pope’s position in the church.

Explanation

By crowning Charlemagne emperor in 800, Pope Leo III helped unite the people of Charlemagne’s empire under a single Christian ruler. The coronation also strengthened the connection between the Frankish kingdom and the Church, rather than sharing power with Charlemagne’s enemies or weakening the pope.

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