Based on research by Charles Tilly and his colleagues, why did group violence increase in France when national elections were held?
A) These were periods of great deprivation.
B) These were periods of great strain.
C) Elections provided people with new political opportunities.
D) Unpopular candidates were running for most election seats.

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Elections provided new political opportunities, which in turn could lead to increased group violence as different factions sought to leverage these opportunities to their advantage.

Based on Research by Charles Tilly and His Colleagues, Why