Conflict arose between Henry II and Thomas Becket primarily because Becket supported the authority of the Church over the monarchy. This disagreement centered around issues of church versus state power, particularly regarding the rights and privileges of the Church in England.
Why did conflict arise between Henry II and Thomas Becket? (1 point)
Henry refused to appoint Becket as archbishop of England. Henry refused to appoint Becket as archbishop of England. Henry resisted the Norman invasion of England. Henry resisted the Norman invasion of England. Becket refused to recognize Henry as king. Becket refused to recognize Henry as king. Becket supported the authority of the Church over the monarchy.
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