Why did Pope Gregory and Henry IV come into conflict? O A. The pope claimed the authority to remove the emperor from the throne. O B. The pope named a different emperor to replace Henry. O C. Henry's land was seized by the pope. O D. Henry tried to remove the pope from power.

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Why did Pope Gregory and Henry IV come into conflict?
O A. The pope claimed the authority to remove the emperor from the throne.
O B. The pope named a different emperor to replace Henry.
O C. Henry's land was seized by the pope.
O D. Henry tried to remove the pope from power.
Answer

A. The pope claimed the authority to remove the emperor from the throne.

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Pope Gregory VII and Holy Roman Emperor Henry IV came into conflict over the issue of lay investiture, which was the appointment of bishops and other...
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