The Benedictine Rule was a set of guidelines for monks in Western Europe that emphasized which principles?

A focus on acquiring wealth and political influence for the church.

A balance of work, prayer, and providing service to others.

The importance of military training to defend Christian lands.

The study of philosophy to debate religious doctrine.

In addition to religious duties, what kinds of social services were commonly provided by monks and nuns to the surrounding population?

Legal representation and court services

Banking and lending money at interest

Running schools and caring for the sick

Organizing large public festivals and fairs

To gain political power over local lords

To become wealthy by controlling trade routes

To devote their lives to God through prayer and work

To avoid the duties of farming and military service