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Which statement identifies an economic cause of the Crusades? (1 point)

Responses (Options)
( ) Byzantine Emperor Alexios I hoped to find wealth and spices in the Middle East.

( ) The Seljuk Turks hoped to capture Jerusalem for its wealth.

( ) The pope hoped to expand the Catholic Church’s wealth.

( ) Europeans hoped to have their debts reduced.

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( ) Europeans hoped to have their debts reduced.

Explanation: This option identifies an economic motive—many Europeans (especially knights and debtors) joined Crusades hoping for debt relief, land, and wealth from plunder or trade opportunities.