POD Quiz 12

What was a major change in Christian thought due to Luther's teachings?

• A) A greater emphasis on the role of the Church in governance.
• B) A shift towards faith in Jesus for salvation rather than good works.
• C) The focus shifted from faith to a more ritualistic approach.
• D) Increased importance was placed on the wealth of the Church.

What movement did Luther's criticism of the Catholic Church practices spark?

• A) The Enlightenment
• B) The Industrial Revolution
• C) The Renaissance
• D) The Reformation

How did Luther's call for the Bible's translation impact society?

• A) It reduced the number of people who went to church.
• B) It led to a decrease in religious education.
• C) It increased access to religious scriptures among ordinary people.
• D) It centralized religious authority even more.

What resulted from the establishment of Protestant churches?

• A) A decline in religious belief throughout Europe.
• B) The reunification of all Christian denominations.
• C) The spread of Luther's reform ideas across Europe.
• D) An immediate end to religious conflicts.

What are "good works" according to traditional Christian beliefs?

• A) Actions thought to earn one's way into heaven, such as giving money or attending church.
• B) Acts performed to ensure a person’s financial prosperity.
• C) Rituals specific to the clergy and religious leaders.
• D) Studies undertaken to enter religious orders.

How did Martin Luther view the role of "good works" in achieving salvation?

• A) As the only means to gain salvation.
• B) As unnecessary for Christians.
• C) As important for a Christian life but not determining salvation.
• D) As more important than faith.

What issue did Luther identify with the Church's sale of indulgences?

• A) It promoted equality among believers.
• B) It encouraged personal growth and self-reflection.
• C) It simplified the practices of the Church.
• D) It exploited people's fear and led to corruption.

According to Luther, what is necessary for true salvation?

• A) Performing a specified number of good works.
• B) Faith in Jesus alone.
• C) Attending church services regularly.
• D) Donating wealth to the church.

How was the Black Death first transmitted throughout Europe?

• A) Through airborne particles
• B) By direct human contact
• C) Via infected fleas on rats
• D) Through contaminated water sources

What role did ships play in the spread of the Black Death?

• A) Ships carried soldiers who spread the disease.
• B) They were used to quarantine the sick.
• C) Ships transported medical supplies to combat the plague.
• D) Flea-infested rats on ships helped spread the disease to port cities.