The Medieval Era is referred to as the Dark Ages because

A. the ruling classes forbid the peasants to burn lights at night.
B. it was a chaotic period of social and political unrest.
C. even the Christian church was not active.
D. the period was devoid of art and culture.


Answer: B

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