Which dynasty began when Hugh Capet was elected king of the Franks in 987?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. The Capetian dynasty
- Step 1: Hugh Capet followed the last Carolingian kings. Step 2. His descendants ruled France for centuries in several branches. Answer: the Capetian dynasty. Why not the others: the Carolingians and Merovingians came before him and the Valois were a later Capetian branch.
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