Which of the following accurately evaluates the impact of feudalism after the fall of western Rome?

Question

A. Feudalism was created by the Papal States as a “thank you” to Charlemagne
B. Feudalism strengthened the power and authority of the pope
C. Feudalism was an effective protective measure against Germanic tribes
D. Feudalism developed in order to counter the power nation states

Answer 1

The most accurate evaluation of the impact of feudalism after the fall of western Rome is:

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

Feudalism developed in the context of the political and social instability that followed the collapse of the Western Roman Empire, providing a system of local governance and military protection against external threats, including invasions from various groups, such as the Germanic tribes.