Identify a reason for the Great Schism of the Church.

Question

Multiple choice question.

the existence of two popes, one in Rome and the other in Avignon

the invasion of Italy by King Philip IV to capture Pope Boniface VIII

the election of Clement V as pope after the death of Pope Boniface VIII

people's criticism against the pope who lived in Avignon

Answer 1

The correct answer is:

the existence of two popes, one in Rome and the other in Avignon