Which statement best explains why the feudal system developed?

A.
Nobles realized they were losing their importance in society as cities grew, and the feudal system guaranteed that the nobles would remain at the top of the political and social pyramid.

B.
Europeans wanted to reduce the power of the church, and the feudal system made it clear that nobles would write local laws, organize courts, and collect taxes.

C.
More and more people in Europe were demanding political rights, and the feudal system spelled out the rights of each class of people.

D.
Nobles could protec

Question

Which statement best explains why the feudal system developed?	
 
 A.
Nobles realized they were losing their importance in society as cities grew, and the feudal system guaranteed that the nobles would remain at the top of the political and social pyramid.
 
 B.
Europeans wanted to reduce the power of the church, and the feudal system made it clear that nobles would write local laws, organize courts, and collect taxes.
 
 C.
More and more people in Europe were demanding political rights, and the feudal system spelled out the rights of each class of people.
 
 D.
Nobles could protec

anonymous · Answer

D.
Nobles could protect their property and local people from Viking raiders and armed bands by offering land in exchange for loyalty and military service.