In Europe during the Middle Ages, it was believed that
A)all species had evolved from a common ancestor.
B)evolution was the result of natural selection acting upon genetic variation.
C)all forms were created by God and did not change over time.
D)most species had become extinct over time.
E)life was created slowly, over millions of years.

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During the Middle Ages in Europe, the prevailing belief was that all forms of life were created by God and remained unchanged over time. This view is consistent with the doctrine of fixism, which contrasts with the concepts of evolution and natural selection that were developed much later.

In Europe During the Middle Ages, It Was Believed That