The Medieval Clergy, Especially Monks and Nuns

question 49

Multiple Choice

The medieval clergy, especially monks and nuns,

• A)were for the most part money-hungry.
• B)gained a reputation of unconcern for their parishioners.
• C)too often became obsessed with investments and rents.
• D)owned much of their country's best land.
• E)did a tremendous amount of good works in their own communities.

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