Which of the Following Was Fundamental to the Cistercians

question 57

Multiple Choice

Which of the following was fundamental to the Cistercians?

• A)The refusal of all secular entanglements
• B)Refusal to admit young boys into their order
• C)Refusal to admit women
• D)The desire to re-establish the monastic elite of the early twelfth century
• E)A return to the strict teachings of St.Benedict

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Definitions:

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The degree to which a situation or event can be controlled or influenced by actions, often related to the perceptions of individuals about their own efficacy in managing circumstances.

Personal Space Zone

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Personal Territories

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Group Territory

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