The divine right of kings asserts that the king's or queen's authority comes from
A) his or her forbears.
B) God.
C) the people.
D) his or her superior ability.

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The divine right of kings asserts that the king or queen's authority comes from God, as they were believed to be chosen and appointed by God to rule over their subjects. This idea was prevalent in medieval Europe and was used to justify the absolute power and authority of monarchs.

The Divine Right of Kings Asserts That the King's or Queen's