Reformation, Printing Press and Wars

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How did the Peace of Westphalia contribute to the development of the modern concept of state sovereignty?

By mandating that all European states adopt a single, uniform system of law based on Roman tradition.
By creating a system of feudal obligations that tied rulers to the Holy Roman Emperor.
By recognizing the sovereignty of over 300 German princes and nation-states, disallowing papal interference in their religious affairs. (correct)
By establishing a unified European army under papal authority to enforce peace.

Which of the following reflects a core tenet of Puritanism in the American colonies?

Emphasis on elaborate religious rituals and ceremonies.
Belief in the inherent goodness of humanity and the rejection of original sin.
The belief in the sovereignty of God, the depravity of man, and the importance of personal conversion through Christ. (correct)
The idea that salvation is earned through the accumulation of wealth and material possessions.

How did Gutenberg's printing press contribute to the spread of the Renaissance?

It enforced a standardized curriculum across European universities.
It decreased the cost of producing books, thus expanding access to knowledge and Renaissance ideas. (correct)
It allowed for the quick translation of ancient Greek and Roman texts, which were previously unavailable.
It directly funded Renaissance artists and scholars through the sale of printed materials.

Which factors contributed to the Peasant War during 1524-1525?

Religious rebellion, economic dissatisfaction with feudalism abuses, and incitement by radical figures. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary purpose of establishing schools and colleges by the Society of Jesus (Jesuits)?

To propagate the Catholic faith, counteract the spread of Protestantism, and educate future leaders. (B) Signup and view all the answers

How did the Protestant Reformation impact education during the 16th and 17th centuries?

By increasing educational opportunities for more people, driven by the need for individuals to read the Bible. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary motivation behind Henry VIII's decision to establish the Church of England?

His desire for a divorce from Catherine of Aragorn, which the Pope would not grant for political reasons. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What was the main difference between the Church of England established by Henry VIII and other Protestant movements that developed?

Henry VIII wanted the Church of England to closely resemble the Roman Catholic Church in its practices and doctrines. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the interaction between the Peace of Augsburg and the Peace of Westphalia?

The Peace of Westphalia upheld the Peace of Augsburg by adding Calvinism as an acceptable religion and nullifying the Edict of Restitution. (A) Signup and view all the answers

How do the terms `Puritans` and `Pilgrims` relate to the English Reformation and religious reform?

<code>Pilgrims</code> were a subset of <code>Puritans</code> with even stricter Calvinist beliefs, seeking to separate entirely from the Church of England. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Johannes Gutenberg

German goldsmith and printer who developed movable type printing, enabling mass production of books.

Feudalism

A social and political system in Europe during the Middle Ages, structuring society around land ownership.