Final answer:
Dominic founded the Order of Dominicans, which is different from the Jesuits who focused on education and missionary work, and from the Franciscans who adhered to the teachings of Saint Francis. The Dominicans were known for their emphasis on preaching and scholarly study. The correct option is C.
Step-by-step explanation:
To continue Jesus' ministry, Dominic founded the Order of Dominicans. The Dominicans, formally known as the Order of Preachers, were founded by Saint Dominic in the early 13th century, distinct from the Jesuits who were founded by Ignatius of Loyola and the Franciscans founded by Saint Francis of Assisi.
The Dominicans focused on preaching and teaching to combat heresy and to spread the Catholic faith, in alignment with the goals of the Catholic Reformation.
The society known as the Jesuits played a crucial role during the Catholic Reformation, focusing on education, the conversion of non-Christians, and advising Catholic rulers.
They were founded later in the 1540s and were known for their elite status and missionary endeavors, especially in places such as Canada and China.
Unlike the Jesuits and the Franciscans, the Dominicans, following their founder Saint Dominic, emphasized scholarly study and preaching as means of spreading the Catholic faith. The correct option is C.