The division of England into shires, each with a shire-reeve (sheriff),

A) began as a system of collecting taxes and raising soldiers.
B) was an innovation introduced by William the Conqueror.
C) copied the French system used in Aquitaine.
D) ensured that the common people would have a voice in government.
E) replaced an earlier system of dioceses and bishops.


Answer: A

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