Question

Why were universities formed in the Middle Ages?

Answer 1

Answer:

A - People wanted to learn

Explanation:

During the Middle Ages universities were formed basically to help educate the masses who were yearning for knowledge. The first Universities that were established during the middle age, also known as the dark age or medieval times were the University of Bologna which was established in 1088 followed by the University of Paris and the University of Oxford which were established in 1150 and 1167 respectively. The people were eager to learn so that they can protect themselves from the harshness of the local laws which imposed collective punishment of the people for crimes committed by their countrymen.