Reformation Causes and Key Figures

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What was one significant cause of the Reformation?

The spread of feudalism

The Catholic Church's increased wealth and power

Corruption within the Catholic Church (correct)

The invention of the steam engine

Who is known for challenging the Catholic Church with the 95 Theses?

Henry VIII

John Knox

John Calvin

Martin Luther (correct)

What major reform was enacted by the Catholic Church after the Reformation?

The establishment of the Jesuits (correct)

Increased papal authority

The promotion of indulgences

The banning of the Bible

Which figure is associated with the belief in predestination?

John Calvin Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant impact of the printing press during the Reformation?

It caused the spread of ideas central to the Reformation Signup and view all the answers

What did Henry VIII establish in the 1530s?

The Anglican Church Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the main beliefs put forth by Martin Luther?

Faith alone can lead to salvation Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following was a reform introduced by the Council of Trent?

Clarification of Catholic doctrine Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the key outcomes of the Council of Trent?

Clarified Catholic doctrine Signup and view all the answers

Which group was founded to promote education and missionary work within the Catholic Church?

Jesuits Signup and view all the answers

What idea did Martin Luther advocate with his 95 Theses?

Faith alone can lead to salvation Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements best describes John Calvin's belief system?

Predestination is the idea that God has already decided who will be saved Signup and view all the answers

What was one major factor that contributed to the spread of Reformation ideas?

The invention of the printing press Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following was a key reason for Martin Luther's break from the Catholic Church?

Corruption within the church Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes Anabaptists from other Protestant groups?

Rejection of infant baptism Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary aim of the Counter-Reformation?

To reinforce Catholic doctrine and practices Signup and view all the answers

Which king broke away from the Catholic Church to form the Church of England?

Henry VIII Signup and view all the answers

Which term best describes individuals who separated from the Catholic Church during the Reformation?

Protestants Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the effects of the Reformation on church power?

Diminished authority of the Pope Signup and view all the answers

What significant role did the Roman Inquisition serve during the Counter-Reformation?

Punishing heresy and reinforcing doctrine Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following was a primary reform advocated by John Knox in Scotland?

Emphasis on the authority of Scripture Signup and view all the answers

What was one major impact of the Reformation on the accessibility of the Bible?

It was translated into many languages Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Causes of the Reformation

Corruption within the Catholic Church
Rise of Humanism
Invention of the printing press, spreading ideas
Luther's 95 Theses, criticizing the Church

Key Figures of the Reformation

Martin Luther: Challenged the Church, emphasizing faith over works, and the Bible's authority over the Pope.
Henry VIII: Broke from the Catholic Church to form the Church of England in the 1530s.
John Calvin: Leading Protestant reformer, promoted predestination (God's predetermined salvation).
John Knox: Led the Protestant Reformation in Scotland, emphasizing scripture and rejecting Catholic rituals.

Catholic Church Reforms

Council of Trent: Clarified doctrine, reformed practices, addressed corruption.
Jesuits (Society of Jesus): Promoted education and missionary work.
Banning of the sale of indulgences.
Improved priest education and training.

Reformation Concepts

Indulgences: Payments for reduced punishment for sins.
Excommunication: Exclusion from the Church.
Protestant: Christian who separated from the Catholic Church.
Reformation: Religious movement creating Protestant churches and Catholic reforms.
Counter-Reformation: Catholic response to the Reformation.
Lutheranism: Protestant branch founded by Martin Luther.
Calvinism: Protestant branch based on John Calvin's teachings.
Presbyterians: Protestant group governed by elders, emphasizing scripture.
Anabaptist: Protestant sect rejecting infant baptism.
Jesuits: Catholic order focused on education, missionary work and defending Catholicism.
Roman Inquisition: Church court investigating and punishing heresy

Reformation's Impact

Political: Rise of national churches, allowing rulers to control religion and politics.
Economic: Challenged Church's financial power; shift of economic power from Church to rulers. People no longer donated to Church
Religious: Creation of Protestantism, religious conflicts, promoting personal Bible interpretation.
Social: Bible translated into various languages, reducing clergy's importance and promoting individual interpretation.
Intellectual: Rejection of Papal authority, scripture as the ultimate truth, leading to religious freedom and individual interpretation
Artistic: Protestants initially rejected some religious rituals and art. The Catholic Church responded with reforms like the council of Trent to bring back these elements.

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Explore the pivotal events and personalities that shaped the Reformation. This quiz covers the corruption of the Catholic Church, the influence of Humanism, and significant figures like Martin Luther and John Calvin. Test your knowledge on the reforms that emerged in response to these challenges.