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Match each reformer with their key contribution to the Protestant Reformation:
Match each reformer with their key contribution to the Protestant Reformation:
Martin Luther = Posted the '95 Theses' John Calvin = Proposed changes in France Huldrych Zwingli = Proposed changes in Switzerland King Henry VIII = Created the Church of England
Match the following terms with their definitions:
Match the following terms with their definitions:
Indulgences = Pardons for sins sold by the Catholic Church Counter-Reformation = Catholic Church's response to the Reformation Protestant churches = New Christian churches formed from the Reformation Printing press = Invention that helped spread Reformation ideas
Match the event with its year:
Match the event with its year:
Posting of the '95 Theses' = 1517 Creation of the Church of England = 1534 Beginning of the Protestant Reformation = 1500s Calvin's proposals in France = 16th century
Match each effect of the Protestant Reformation with its description:
Match each effect of the Protestant Reformation with its description:
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Match each reform movement figure with their corresponding location:
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Match each reason for the Reformation with its corresponding description:
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Match each of the following key terms with its significance:
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Match the key figures with their role in the Reformation:
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Study Notes
Protestant Reformation Overview
- A significant religious movement began in Europe during the 1500s.
- Initiated by Martin Luther, a German monk, who questioned the Roman Catholic Church's practices.
Martin Luther's Role
- In 1517, Luther famously posted his "95 Theses," condemning practices like the sale of indulgences, which were pardons for sins.
- He emphasized that salvation is achieved through faith alone, as opposed to good deeds or financial contributions to the Church.
Spread of Ideas
- The invention of the printing press facilitated the rapid dissemination of Luther's thoughts across Europe.
- Luther's actions inspired other reformers, including John Calvin in France and Huldrych Zwingli in Switzerland, who also sought reforms in Christian practices.
Formation of Protestant Churches
- The Reformation resulted in the establishment of new Christian churches that operated independently from the Catholic Church, known collectively as Protestant churches.
- In England, King Henry VIII separated from the Catholic Church, creating the Church of England in 1534.
Effects of the Reformation
- Resulted in a major split in Western Christianity, establishing distinct Catholic and Protestant branches.
- Diminished the power and influence of the Catholic Church in various regions of Europe.
- Promoted the translation of the Bible into local languages, making it more approachable for common people.
- Spurred the Catholic Church's own reforms, known as the Counter-Reformation.
Broader Impact
- Influenced various facets of life including religion, politics, and societal structures in Europe and even extended to the American colonies.
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Explore the significant religious movement of the 1500s that reshaped Christianity in Europe. This quiz covers the role of Martin Luther, the spread of Reformation ideas through the printing press, and the formation of new Protestant churches. Test your knowledge on this pivotal era in religious history.
