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Who wrote the Constitutions of Clarendon in 1164?
Who wrote the Constitutions of Clarendon in 1164?
- Henry II (correct)
- The Church
- Pope
- Thomas Becket
What did the Constitutions of Clarendon say about the Church?
What did the Constitutions of Clarendon say about the Church?
- The king had no say in choosing religious leaders.
- The government should not punish lawbreakers.
- The Church would have more power over governance.
- The Church would be limited in excommunication. (correct)
Why did Thomas Becket flee England for six years?
Why did Thomas Becket flee England for six years?
- For fear of his safety (correct)
- For a vacation
- To visit the Pope
- To meet the king of England
How did Thomas Becket anger King Henry II, leading to his death?
How did Thomas Becket anger King Henry II, leading to his death?
What was the locals' belief regarding taking pieces of Thomas' clothes after his death?
What was the locals' belief regarding taking pieces of Thomas' clothes after his death?