What Was the Inquisition

question 19

Multiple Choice

What was the Inquisition?

• A)a crusade dedicated to recapturing Christian sites in Palestine from Muslims
• B)a church court devoted to identifying and eliminating heretics in Europe
• C)a university committee that tested graduate students prior to awarding doctoral degrees
• D)a pilgrimage route stretching from southern France to the cathedral in Santiago,Spain

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Definitions:

Hierarchy

A system or organization in which people or groups are ranked one above the other according to status or authority.

Psychology

Psychology is the scientific study of the mind and behavior, exploring various aspects of conscious and unconscious experience as well as thought processes.

Religious Convictions

Deeply held beliefs pertaining to religion or spirituality that guide an individual's thoughts and actions.

Stupidity

A blunt term often used to describe a lack of intelligence, understanding, or foresight.