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Who viewed Martin Luther as a rebellious monk in 1520?
Who viewed Martin Luther as a rebellious monk in 1520?
- Martin Luther himself
- Holy Roman Emperor, Charles V of Spain
- Prince Frederick the Wise of Saxony
- Pope Leo X (correct)
What was the outcome of the Edict of Worms issued by Charles V of Spain in 1521?
What was the outcome of the Edict of Worms issued by Charles V of Spain in 1521?
- Luther translated the Bible into German
- Martin Luther was excommunicated (correct)
- Over 100,000 people were killed
- Prince Frederick the Wise of Saxony protected Luther
Why did Prince Frederick the Wise of Saxony disobey and protect Martin Luther?
Why did Prince Frederick the Wise of Saxony disobey and protect Martin Luther?
- Because Luther was his son
- To gain political power
- Due to Luther's translation of the Bible into German (correct)
- To prevent Luther from being excommunicated
What did those who supported Martin Luther become known as?
What did those who supported Martin Luther become known as?
What was the main consequence of the divide among northern princes in 1529?
What was the main consequence of the divide among northern princes in 1529?
What was the main theme of the Peasant revolts following Luther's teachings?
What was the main theme of the Peasant revolts following Luther's teachings?
What action did Martin Luther take when threatened with excommunication by the Pope?
What action did Martin Luther take when threatened with excommunication by the Pope?
What concept did Luther promote regarding faith and salvation?
What concept did Luther promote regarding faith and salvation?
What was the primary factor that enabled the rapid spread of Martin Luther's ideas during the Protestant Reformation?
What was the primary factor that enabled the rapid spread of Martin Luther's ideas during the Protestant Reformation?
Which of the following was NOT a central idea of Martin Luther's Protestant Reformation?
Which of the following was NOT a central idea of Martin Luther's Protestant Reformation?
Which of the following factors contributed to the growing calls for reform within the Catholic Church prior to the Protestant Reformation?
Which of the following factors contributed to the growing calls for reform within the Catholic Church prior to the Protestant Reformation?
Which of the following individuals is NOT credited as an early advocate for Church reform prior to Martin Luther's Protestant Reformation?
Which of the following individuals is NOT credited as an early advocate for Church reform prior to Martin Luther's Protestant Reformation?
Which of the following statements accurately describes the role of the Renaissance Popes in relation to the growing calls for Church reform?
Which of the following statements accurately describes the role of the Renaissance Popes in relation to the growing calls for Church reform?
Which of the following factors is NOT identified as a cause of the Protestant Reformation in the provided text?
Which of the following factors is NOT identified as a cause of the Protestant Reformation in the provided text?
According to the provided text, which of the following statements accurately describes the role of the printing press in the Protestant Reformation?
According to the provided text, which of the following statements accurately describes the role of the printing press in the Protestant Reformation?
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Who was Pope Leo X?
Who was Pope Leo X?
The Pope who viewed Martin Luther as a rebellious monk.
What was the Edict of Worms?
What was the Edict of Worms?
Declared Martin Luther an outlaw and heretic.
Who was Prince Frederick the Wise?
Who was Prince Frederick the Wise?
He protected Luther because of his Bible translation.
Who were the Protestants?
Who were the Protestants?
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What was the consequence of the divide among northern princes in 1529?
What was the consequence of the divide among northern princes in 1529?
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What was the theme of the Peasant Revolts?
What was the theme of the Peasant Revolts?
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How did Luther respond when threatened with excommunication?
How did Luther respond when threatened with excommunication?
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What is 'Faith Alone'?
What is 'Faith Alone'?
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Role of the printing press?
Role of the printing press?
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What teaching was opposed by Martin Luther?
What teaching was opposed by Martin Luther?
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What practice fueled calls for Church reform?
What practice fueled calls for Church reform?
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Who was Michelangelo?
Who was Michelangelo?
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How did Renaissance Popes relate to Church reform?
How did Renaissance Popes relate to Church reform?
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What was NOT a cause of the Protestant Reformation?
What was NOT a cause of the Protestant Reformation?
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What role did the printing press play in the Reformation
What role did the printing press play in the Reformation
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Study Notes
The Protestant Reformation
- The Protestant Reformation was sparked by Martin Luther's dissatisfaction with the Catholic Church's practices and beliefs.
Causes of the Reformation
- The Catholic Church's strong influence over state affairs contributed to the Reformation.
- The Church's focus on worldly goods and wealth also played a role.
- The Renaissance's emphasis on individualism, reason, and secularism influenced the desire for reform.
- German states and Northern merchants resisted paying taxes to the Pope.
- The Printing Press helped spread reform ideas throughout Europe.
Criticisms of the Catholic Church
- The Church was seen as corrupt, with Popes prioritizing personal pleasures and wars over spiritual duties.
- The selling of indulgences, or documents guaranteeing entrance to heaven, was a major issue.
- The Church's authority was questioned, and the Bible was seen as having more authority than Church leaders.
Martin Luther's Role
- Martin Luther taught the Bible at the University of Wittenberg in Saxony from 1512 onwards.
- In 1517, he posted his 95 Theses against the Catholic Church, criticizing practices like the sale of indulgences.
- The Printing Press helped spread Luther's writings, contributing to the Reformation's growth.
The Aftermath of the Reformation
- Luther was excommunicated by Pope Leo X in 1521 and declared an outlaw by the Holy Roman Emperor, Charles V.
- Prince Frederick the Wise of Saxony protected Luther, allowing him to continue his work.
- The Peasants' Revolt, a series of riots and uprisings, broke out, resulting in over 100,000 deaths.
- The Reformation led to the rise of Protestantism and the division of Northern princes.
- The Edict of Worms in 1521 declared Luther an outlaw, leading to the beginning of religious wars between Catholics and Protestants in Europe.
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