The Protestant Reformation Quiz

Who was responsible for translating the Bible into English?

• Pope

• Archbishops

• John Wycliffe

• Priests and Monks

What did John Wycliffe and Jan Huss teach about the Bible?

• It should not be translated

• It has less authority than church leaders

• It should be kept in Latin

• It has more authority than church leaders

Which of the following were ideas from the Renaissance associated with the Reformation?

• Secularism

• Individualism

• Christian Humanism

• Catholicism

What does the term 'Protestant' refer to?

• Someone who protested against the Catholic Church

• A member of the clergy

• A supporter of the Catholic Church

• A follower of Martin Luther

What did Martin Luther believe about salvation?

• It is achieved through faith alone

• It is achieved through fasting

• It is achieved through good works

• It is achieved through donations to the church

Which of the following were Luther criticisms about the Catholic Church?

• The church's lack of wealth

• The Pope's power

• Indulgences

• The church's wealth

What invention helped spread Martin Luther's ideas quickly?

• Telegraph

• Telephone

• Printing press

• Radio

What was the outcome of Luther's trial in the town of Worms?

• He was excommunicated

• He was given a high position in the church

• He was acquitted of all charges

• He was declared an outlaw and heretic

What was the result of the Peasants' revolt in 1524?

• Luther supported the revolt and it failed

• Luther supported the revolt and it was successful

• Luther did not support the revolt and it was successful

• Luther did not support the revolt and it failed

Who supported Luther in the war against the Protestants?

• French Nobles

• English Monarchs

• Northern German princes

• Italian Church leaders