What Might Have Been the Reason Behind Public Resentment and Rioting

question 36

Multiple Choice

What might have been the reason behind public resentment and rioting over the building of Gothic cathedrals?

• A) burden of new taxes and economic strain
• B) concern over unsafe working conditions for masons
• C) corruption among church officials managing building funds
• D) public displeasure with the Church's close ties to the monarchy

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