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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