Pope urban ii is important in catholic history because he A) is the only to actively oppose the crusades before 1300.

B) called for an end to the violence of the European Crusades.

C) initiated the first crusade against Muslims in the Holy Lands.

D) was excommunicated by the byzantine Emporer over treatment of Muslims in europe

Which statement best describes the effect of the metaphor on the excerpt's meaning? o a. it compares the sloshing liquid to a river of water able to push apart the sidewalk o b. it makes the frozen crystals seem like friends to the city to contrast with what a deceitful foe they are. o c. it compares the frozen crystals to delicately lacy snowflakes having arn unexpected strength o d. it likens h20 molecules to hexagonal crystals, which are actually larger than people imagine.