Why did the building of Gothic cathedrals frequently inspire public outrage and riots?
A) burden of new taxes
B) concern over unsafe working conditions for masons
C) corruption among church officials managing building funds
D) public displeasure with the Church's close ties to the monarchy

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Building a Gothic cathedral required a lot of money, and often taxes were imposed to fund the construction. This burden caused public outrage among those who were already heavily taxed.

Why Did the Building of Gothic Cathedrals Frequently Inspire Public