To What Did Medieval Urban Society Devote Most of Its

question 31

Multiple Choice

To what did medieval urban society devote most of its surplus resources?

• A)The salaries of more numerous royal officials
• B)The purchase of modern weaponry by kings for expanded royal armies
• C)The construction of castles and churches reflecting its basic preoccupations, warfare and God
• D)New church taxes going directly to the pope in Rome
• E)Revolutionizing agricultural production patterns

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Rationalization

The process of attempting to explain or justify behavior or attitudes with logical, plausible reasons, even if these are not the real reasons.

Denial

The refusal to accept the truth of a fact or reality, often as a defense mechanism against psychological discomfort.

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The ability or capacity to perceive, understand, and respond appropriately to the emotions, thoughts, or experiences of others.

Effectiveness

The degree to which something is successful in producing a desired result; efficiency.