Read the quote about Charlemagne.

“The man who led the Franks to victory and so created modern Europe was Charles the Great. . . . [W]ithout Charles and the legend of Charles Europe would have had a different history and a different character.”

Which of Charlemagne’s accomplishments might this writer have had in mind in crediting Charlemagne with the creation of “modern Europe”? Select the two correct answers.

A.
He established a peace that lasted for centuries.

B.
He blocked the power of the popes.

C.
He helped spread Christianity.

D.
He encouraged the creation of schools..

C. He helped spread Christianity.

D. He encouraged the creation of schools.

The two correct answers that the writer might have been referring to in crediting Charlemagne with the creation of "modern Europe" are:

C. He helped spread Christianity.
D. He encouraged the creation of schools.