The schism in the west was a dispute about the authority of __________ within the Roman Catholic Church.

Athe Pope
Bthe king
Cpeasants
Dnobles

Verified Answer :

The schism in the west was a dispute about the authority of the "Pope" within the Roman Catholic Church, since people inside the church were divided as to how much power the Pope should hold.

Answer:

The schism in the west was a dispute about the authority of  A. the pope