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What role did the pope play in the Risorgimento?

A. He gave it spiritual legitimacy by offering official support of the Church.
B. He took no position as it would have no impact on the Church.
C. He advocated for it strongly to inspire loyalty to the Church.
D. He was against it because it threatened Church power.



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Final answer:

The Pope opposed the Risorgimento to maintain temporal power in the Papal States despite the corruption and power struggles within the Church.


Explanation:

The role of the Pope in the Risorgimento:

  • The Pope opposed the Risorgimento due to the fear of losing temporal power in the Papal States.
  • Popes and Cardinals often held significant political power, commanding armies, making alliances, and waging wars.
  • Simony and nepotism were rampant within the Church, leading to internal power struggles and challenges to Church practices.

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