Which of the following inaccurately describes changes in Western civilization between 1400 and 1800?
A)Capitalism was replacing medieval economies.
B)Centralized governments were replacing feudalism.
C)A new urban working class was increasingly taking the lead in economic and cultural life.
D)A secular orientation came to dominate literature and the arts.
E)Theology was increasingly being overshadowed by science.

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The statement that a new urban working class was increasingly taking the lead in economic and cultural life inaccurately describes changes in Western civilization between 1400 and 1800. While urbanization and the growth of cities did occur during this time period, the majority of economic and cultural power still rested with the nobility and bourgeoisie.

Which of the Following Inaccurately Describes Changes in Western Civilization