Question

• Attacks by Vikings and other invaders
• Weakening of centralized government
• Decision of nobles to take over local defense

The list above is describing
A.
the development of social classes during feudalism.
B.
the economic consequences of feudalism.
C.
the political relationships under feudalism.
D.
the reasons for the development of feudalism.

Answer 1

The list describes factors that contributed to the establishment of a feudal system, particularly how external threats and internal weaknesses led to a decentralized political structure where local powers took responsibility for defense and governance.

Therefore, the correct answer is:

D. the reasons for the development of feudalism.