How Did Charlemagne Attempt to Combat Corruption Throughout His Vast

question 37

Multiple Choice

How did Charlemagne attempt to combat corruption throughout his vast empire?

• A) He adopted the Byzantine practice of employing eunuchs as senior administrators and military advisers.
• B) He continually toured his dominions, holding public audiences to hear concerns and grievances in the major cities.
• C) He sent copies of Carolingian laws to be posted in prominent locations and read aloud once a month in all the major cities of his realm.
• D) He sent special officials to pay visits to his royal governors and to listen to the complaints and concerns of the local people.

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