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How did French become the dominant language of England?
AAfter the successful invasion of England, the language of William of Normandy became the language of the elite.
BKing Alfred wanted all educated people to speak French.
CEdward the Confessor’s wife was French, and she had great influence at court.
DMany English nobles preferred French because of the culture’s superior poetry.
Correct answer
A. After the successful invasion of England, the language of William of Normandy became the language of the elite.
Explanation
The correct answer is After the successful invasion of England, the language of William of Normandy became the language of the elite..