In most places, struggles between noble and non-noble factions in Italian communes eventually led to
A) both sides being defeated by the papacy.
B) both sides being overwhelmed by German invasions.
C) the triumph of the non-noble factions after much fighting.
D) takeovers by great regional nobles.

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In many Italian communes, the internal struggles between noble and non-noble factions often resulted in the takeover by great regional nobles, who were able to exert control over the communes and establish their own rule.

In Most Places, Struggles Between Noble and Non-Noble Factions in Italian