Under the code of chivalry, a common soldier could expect what if he was captured in battle?

A. Conscription into the other side's army
B. Imprisonment
C. Death
D. Being held for ransom
E. Having to wait until a mutual exchange of prisoners of war occurred


Answer: C

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