In a way kinda yes. it all depends on how you look at it.
My guess is a internationalist. and they are writing about the american culture from a different POV. And New York or Britain.
B is most likely the answer double check to be sure
It started over the use of icons.The Romans wanted to use icons while the Eastern Orthodox so it as worshipping a false god. This resulted in the Roman Pope excommunicating the Emperor because he banned icons.