Why did conflict arise between Henry II and Thomas Becket? (1 point) Responses Henry refused to appoint Becket as archbishop of England. a. Henry refused to appoint Becket as archbishop of England. b. Henry resisted the Norman invasion of England. c. Henry resisted the Norman invasion of England. c. Becket refused to recognize Henry as king. d. Becket refused to recognize Henry as king. Becket supported the authority of the Church over the monarchy.
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The correct response is: Becket supported the authority of the Church over the monarchy.
This conflict stemmed from differing views on the balance of power between the church and the state, particularly after Becket became archbishop and began to prioritize ecclesiastical authority.
