11 Questions
What was Martin Luther's father's occupation?
miner
At what age was Martin Luther sent to school?
six years old
Why did Martin Luther and his friend have to sing on their way to Magdeburg?
To get food on the way
Why did Martin Luther's parents send him forth into the world at a young age?
They could not afford to keep him any longer
What was the incident that made Martin Luther decide to become a monk?
The sudden death of his friend due to a lightning strike.
Why did Luther stand up and denounce the way the church was run?
Martin Luther's furious reaction to the church's corruption by money, especially the sale of indulgences.
What was the role of John Tetzel in the events leading up to the reformation?
John Tetzel was an important seller of indulgences who disgusted Martin Luther by his method of extorting money from ignorant people.
What did Martin Luther do to formally show his opposition to the sale of indulgences?
He posted up ninety-five reasons against the sale of indulgences on the door of the church.
Where was Martin Luther summoned to answer for his ninety-five reasons against the sale of indulgences?
Augsburg
How did Martin Luther travel to Augsburg when summoned to answer for his ninety-five reasons?
He walked the distance, clad in his brown frock with his few possessions on his back.
What was the response of the cardinal sent by the pope when Luther refused to retract his opposition to the sale of indulgences?
The cardinal grew angry and asserted the pope's authority over Luther and Germany.
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