Answer:I think it might be that he wanted self promotion: remind himself and others of who’s in charge, who owns the most power. It could be him spreading rumors to enemy soldiers, making them quit from fear.
Well, the <span>rulers of the nation states would look for more power for there self and also their countries through warfare, exploration, and expansion. They would also reject religions, and overthrow existing government.
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Answer: B) Alliances between European Nations