Question

The Roman Catholic Church during the later Middle Ages___________.

a. remained essentially unchanged from the late Roman Empire.
b. came very close to being supplanted by orthodoxy.
c. radically transformed with the power of the papacy completely dissipated.
d. changed, suffering from economic hardships caused by the Black Death.

Answer 1

The Roman Catholic Church during the later Middle Ages changed, suffering from economic hardships caused by the Black Death.

Answer: Option D

Step-by-step explanation:

During 14th and 15th century, a series of events has caused a standstill in growth and prosperity of Europe. Epidemic of Black Death has taken many lives and killed almost half of the European population. During this time, Roman Catholic Church lost their monopoly.

The spread of Black Death had greatly impacted the economy as a result construction of churches also came to a halt. Many people lost their believe in church and started following mysticism Western Schism had shattered the unity of the church which also led to decline in the power of church.