How did Italy become home to four of Europe's five largest cities by 1400?
A) Most of Europe's Mediterranean trade passed through Italy.
B) Italy had the largest population in Europe.
C) Italian cities were Europe's centers of manufacturing.
D) The Roman-centered Catholic church was Europe's largest employer.
E) Italian nobles forced their subjects to live in cities.
Answer: A
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