Eleanor of Aquitaine was an exception to which rule about noble women in Western Europe?
A. She was not Roman Christian.
B. She refused to marry for political alliances.
C. She established a career as an abbotess.
D. She inherited large amounts of land.
E. She was crowned as co-ruler with Henry II.
Answer: D
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