Which social group is most strongly criticized in Piers Plowman?
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Correct answer: The clergy
The poem strongly criticizes corrupt members of the clergy, including friars, monks, and parish priests. Langland condemns their hypocrisy, greed, and abuse of spiritual authority.
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