The Catholic church in Italy was controlled by the medieval popes, and the bishops were often worldly figures to nobles. The controversy of lay investiture was initiated by a decree from Pope Gregory VII in 1075, ended in an 1122 compromise called the Concordat of Worms. Pope Innocent III, in the 1200s, used tools such as spiritual to bring the church to the height of its political power.
It was the christian leadership
They wanted more power for state governments.
The time frame is slightly important. Though for the most part that is false. The Chinese leaders did not see the need to interact with outside societies as they had little reason to trade.
b. False
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He called on his disciples, attracted many followers, and taught people how to live a meaningful life.
