“The man who led the Franks to victory and so created modern Europe was Charles the Great. . . . Without Charles and the legend of Charles Europe would have had a different history and a different character.” Which of Charlemagne’s accomplishments might this writer have had in mind in crediting Charlemagne with the creation of “modern Europe”? Select the two correct answers.

1He established a peace that lasted for centuries.

2He established a peace that lasted for centuries. He blocked the power of the popes.

3 He blocked the power of the popes. He helped spread Christianity. He helped spread Christianity.

4He encouraged the creation of schools.