13. how did the magna carta affect the english government? a. it elevated the king above the law. b. it ended the feudal system in england. c. it established common law in europe. d. it secured rights for nobles. 14. which of the following best describes the effect of religion on medieval europe? a. bans against certain art forms limited creative production b. efforts to promote religious education expanded learning c. religious tutoring for nobles widened economic and social gaps. d. the clergy promoted literacy as a means to salvation through scripture. 15. how did the great schism affect european society? a. it decreased contact between eastern and western europe, limiting trade. b. it led to a labor shortage that collapsed the feudal system. c. it made central europe vulnerable to invasion by the mongols d. it weakened the church and hastened the decline of medieval culture.

13. The answer is C.  It established common law in Europe.
Before the creation of magna Charta, the Nobles in Europe are placed above the law. They basically could kill anyone that they do not like without any punishment. After the Establishment of magna charta, these nobles (including the king) could no longer did such things.

14. The answer is B. Efforts to promote religious education expanded learning
Medieval ages happened hundred of years before the enlightment period and not many people are attracted to did research to find out the answers of natural phenomenon. During this time period, Churches practically became the center of knowledge in Europe and most people believe the explanation of natural phenomenon that created by the church

15. The answer is D. It weakened the Church and hastened the decline of medieval culture.
During the Great Schicism, the churches had an internal conflict which eventually led to the separation of the Catholic church and Eastern Orthodox, which happen due to a difference in opinion on how much churches should be involved in politics. This break separated church power into half and weaken their influence in society.