In medieval days, ______ by poisoning was common enough to alarm many a king, and protection was sought in the form of prayers, food tasters, and science. A. assassination B. manslaughter

Choose the option A, B, C, or D that best fits the sentence.

In medieval days, ______ by poisoning was common enough to alarm many a king, and protection was sought in the form of prayers, food tasters, and science.