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While in exile, how did Dante's opinions about monarchy shift ?

Correct answer: A. He came to prefer the idea of an enlightened emperor.

  • A. He came to prefer the idea of an enlightened emperor.
  • B. He decided that only a dictator should be in power.
  • C. He decided that only the Catholic Church should be in power.
  • D. He came to the realization that all emperors are unjust.

Explanation

Exile strengthened Dante’s belief in a universal, just imperial authority, ideally embodied by an enlightened emperor. He opposed both factional tyranny and the Church’s attempt to exercise direct political power.

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