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Social issues and policies: the nobility, the peasantry, urban communities and the Church.
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The forging of a new state, 1469–1516
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Social issues and policies: the nobility, the peasantry, urban communities and the Church
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Which of the following was a significant social issue in Spain during the forging of the new state from 1469 to 1516?
Direct answer
The impact of the Reconquista on peasant life was a significant social issue as it led to changes in land ownership and social structures.
Key terms
- Reconquista: The period of history during which Christian kingdoms sought to recapture territory from Muslim rule in the Iberian Peninsula, culminating in 1492.
- Nobility: The social class that held hereditary titles and privileges, often playing a significant role in governance and military affairs.
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Overgeneralizing the role of the nobility: Acknowledge the complexities of the nobility's relationship with the monarchy, including both support and opposition.
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