The home of Chaucer's royal patron and friend, John of Gaunt, was burned duringthe Peasants' Revolt of 138. What events led to this revolt ?
Correct answer: D. All of these answers
- A. Government policies were incorrectly based on the idea that the rich would help the poor survive.
- B. The high rates of the poll tax were considered unfair.
- C. Peasants were jointly united against the pattern of upper-class harassments
- D. All of these answers
Explanation
The Peasants’ Revolt of 1381 grew from the poll tax, resentment of social and governmental oppression, and hostility towards policies that burdened ordinary people after the Black Death. These causes make the inclusive option the best answer.
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