Answer:
The Rise of Monarchies. During the High Middle Ages, Europe witnessed the development of strong nation-states with powerful, ruling, secular (non-religious) kings. Many circumstances allowed for this to happen. The prosperity and peace brought by the time period encouraged the rise of such rulers.
Step-by-step explanation:
Absolute Monarchs. in Europe.
Long-Term Causes. Immediate Causes.
• decline of feudalism. • rise of cities and support of middle class. ...
• religious and territorial conflicts. • buildup of armies. ...
Immediate Effects. ...
• regulation of religion and society. ...
by the government.
• loss of power by nobility and legislatures.
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