Critiques of the Church in the 16th Century

What was one of the main criticisms of the Church in the 16th century regarding wealth?

• The Church was too poor to support its members.

• The Church was very wealthy, and leaders lived in luxury.

• The Church refused to accept any donations.

• The Church distributed all its wealth to the poor.

What is simony?

• The practice of fasting during Lent.

• The buying and selling of church positions.

• The construction of new churches.

• The translation of the Bible into local languages.

What does nepotism refer to in the context of the Church?

• Appointing leaders based on their wealth.

• Appointing leaders based on their family connections.

• Appointing leaders based on their education.

• Appointing leaders based on their age.

What was the Reformation?

• A movement to build more churches.

• A protest against abuses and wealth in the Church.

• A campaign to translate the Bible.

• A festival celebrating church leaders.

Who was Martin Luther?

• A Pope who reformed the Church.

• A German monk who opposed Church corruption.

• A king who supported the Church's wealth.

• A bishop who promoted indulgences.

What was the main purpose of Johann Tetzel's visit to Wittenberg in 1517?

• To translate the Bible into German

• To sell indulgences

• To debate with Martin Luther

• To build a new church

What document did Martin Luther write to express his criticisms of the Church?

• The Magna Carta

• The 95 Theses

• The Book of Common Prayer

• The Edict of Worms

What was the outcome of the Peace of Augsburg in 1555?

• The Pope was excommunicated

• Each ruler could decide the religion of their own state

• The Bible was translated into Latin

• The Catholic Church was dissolved

Who was the ruler that supported Martin Luther and helped him during the Diet of Worms?

• Charles V

• Frederick the Wise

• Henry VIII

• John Calvin

What was one of the major results of the Reformation?

• The Pope gained more power

• Church services were spoken in Latin

• Bibles were translated into the language of the people

• The Catholic Church expanded its influence