The Roman Catholic Church during the later Middle Ages changed, suffering from economic hardships caused by the Black Death.
Answer: Option D
<u>Explanation:</u>
During 14th and 15th century, a series of events has caused a standstill in growth and prosperity of Europe. Epidemic of Black Death has taken many lives and killed almost half of the European population. During this time, Roman Catholic Church lost their monopoly.
The spread of Black Death had greatly impacted the economy as a result construction of churches also came to a halt. Many people lost their believe in church and started following mysticism Western Schism had shattered the unity of the church which also led to decline in the power of church.
Are you referring to the arm wrestiling cartoon. This was a very popular political cartoon of the 1950's. One symbol would be the form fitting flags on tthe arm wrestlers. The artist is trying convey that the leaders are fit and want their countries to be active and healthy. The 2nd symbol are the beedy eyes under Reagan's and Gorbechov's TV faces. The artist is trying to convey that there is a shadow government in each country that actually controls their actions.
The 3rd Symbol would be the smiling faces on the screens. The artist is trying to say that the leaders are trying to be friendly even with everything else going on.
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