How did monarchs contribute to a cultural golden age in France and Spain? I will give a thanks and would really appreciate the help.

AThey encouraged citizens to attend ballet and theater performances.
BThey focused attention on religious art.
CThey spent large sums of money on the arts.
DThey paid writers to create new novels.

Verified Answer :

They spent large sums of mocer on the arts

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Answer:

C. They spent large sums of money on the arts.

Explanation:

More than just being considered patrons of the art in their countries, France and Spain monarchies were trying to create an identity, not only for them but to their countries. These paintings should reflect the culture, the style and the main aspects of the Kingdom, emphasizing the monarch's political conquests, the empire symbols and the development of the country.