Asked by Paige McMillan on Mar 10, 2024
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During the eighteenth century,bishops in the Catholic Church were often drawn from
A) the merchant class.
B) peasants.
C) landowning families.
D) the pope's extended family.
E) the middle classes.
Catholic Church
The largest Christian church, led by the Pope, with a global following and significant influence in religious, cultural, and political matters throughout history.
Bishops
Senior members of the Christian clergy, typically in charge of a diocese and empowered to confer holy orders.
Landowning Families
Families that own significant amounts of land, often holding economic, social, and political power in their communities or countries.
- Gain knowledge of the structure and influence of the church and nobility on society during the eighteenth century.
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Learning Objectives
- Gain knowledge of the structure and influence of the church and nobility on society during the eighteenth century.
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