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The development of feudalism occurred in response to which event?

the fall of the Western Roman Empire
the Mongol invasions
the spread of the Muslim faith
the decline of trade between Europe and the East

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Answered by GPT-5 mini AI
the fall of the Western Roman Empire

After Rome's collapse (5th century), central authority broke down and people needed local protection and order. Landowners provided security and land in exchange for service and loyalty, leading to the feudal system.