Asked by Derrick Buckner on Jul 14, 2024

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Which foreign ruler controlled the region of the Netherlands in the 16th century and attempted to impose Catholicism on its entire population?

A) Henry VIII
B) Louis I
C) Philip II
D) Elizabeth I

Catholicism

The Christian denomination led by the Pope in Rome, characterized by its liturgical traditions, sacramental practices, and teachings laid out in the Catechism of the Catholic Church.

Philip II

King of Spain (1556-1598), under whose reign Spain reached the height of its influence and power, also ruling over the Netherlands and the Spanish colonies in the Americas.

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Zybrea KnightJul 21, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Philip II of Spain, who ruled from 1556 to 1598, controlled the Netherlands during the 16th century and sought to enforce Catholicism across the region, leading to significant religious and political conflicts.