Question

Charlemagne was declared the first Holy Roman Emperor because he:
A. convinced kings to get rid of the feudal system.
B. helped save Europe from the Black Death.
C. helped strengthen Christianity in Europe.
D. ruled as both a king and the Catholic pope.

Answer 1

Answer:

C. helped strengthen Christianity in Europe.

Explanation:

Pope Leo III crowned Charlemagne Holy Roman Emperor on Christmas Day, 800, in Rome. The event was significant for several different reasons. For Charlemagne, it meant that the Church, very powerful in early medieval Europe, gave its sanction to his rule.

Answer 2

The best answer is B