Question

what mainly does ashe identify as the reason for the lack of historical documentation for king arthurs conquests?
a. war journalism did not exist at the time of king arthur.
b. king arthurs conquests were recorded in french.
c. king arthur is an entirely fictional character.
d. the documentation of king arthur was likely destroyed.

Explanation:

Ashe likely believes King Arthur is a fictional character, which would explain the lack of historical documentation for his conquests. Option A about war - journalism not existing is not a main reason as other forms of record - keeping could exist. Option B about French records doesn't address the lack of overall documentation. Option D about destruction is less likely if Arthur is fictional.

Answer:

C. King Arthur is an entirely fictional character.