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What was a key action taken by Otto the Great in 962?

He got the pope to crown him emperor.

What was the outcome of Otto the Great's alliances with other German nobles?

He created a stable kingdom with a prosperous empire.

What claim did Pope Gregory VII make regarding his authority over bishops?

He claimed he could remove bishops and even emperors.

Why did Henry IV and Pope Gregory VII enter into conflict?

Henry IV believed he should have power over the church, whereas Pope Gregory VII did not.

What was the significance of the Concordat of Worms?

It allowed the church to appoint bishops but permitted emperors to persuade them with gifts.

How did Pope Gregory VII respond to Henry IV's disobedience?

He excommunicated him twice and formally forgave him once.

What did Otto the Great do in relation to Pope John XII?

He helped Pope John XII fight enemies and was subsequently crowned Emperor of the Romans.

What happened after Otto the Great quarreled with Pope John XII?

Otto replaced John with Pope Leo VII.

What happened to Henry IV when he ignored pope Gregory VII's rules?

He was excommunicated.

What was the reason Pope Gregory VII made Henry IV wait in the snow for three days?

Henry IV went to apologize to Pope Gregory after being rendered powerless without loyal subjects.