Question

Which of the following accurately evaluates the impact of feudalism after the fall of Western Rome?(1 point)
Responses

Feudalism developed in order to counter the power of nation-states.
Feudalism developed in order to counter the power of nation-states.

Feudalism was an effective protective measure against Germanic tribes.
Feudalism was an effective protective measure against Germanic tribes.

Feudalism was created by the Papal States as a “thank you” to Charlemagne.
Feudalism was created by the Papal States as a “thank you” to Charlemagne.

Feudalism strengthened the power and authority of the pope.

Answer 1

Feudalism was an effective protective measure against Germanic tribes.

Briefly: After Rome's fall political authority fragmented, and local lords provided military protection and order in place of a central government. The feudal system of mutual obligations helped communities defend against invasions and raids (by Germanic groups, Vikings, Magyars), so it was primarily a local security solution rather than something created by the Papal States or meant to counter nation-states.