The idea that a nation was composed of its entire population replaced what earlier definition of a nation?
A) A nation was composed of everyone who participated in economic production.
B) A nation was composed of those willing to fight and die for it.
C) A nation was composed of everyone whose ancestors had followed the same king.
D) A nation was composed of kings, clergymen, and nobles.

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The earlier definition of a nation often emphasized the roles of kings, clergymen, and nobles as the defining members of a nation, reflecting a hierarchical and elitist view of national identity. This perspective was replaced by a more inclusive understanding that considered the entire population as constituting the nation.

The Idea That a Nation Was Composed of Its Entire