Reformation & Counter Reformation Review

What was the main goal of the Protestant Reformation in the 16th century?

• A. To create new art and architecture
• B. To change and reform the Catholic Church
• D. To translate books into different languages

Why were many Europeans angry with the Catholic Church during this time?

• A. The Church didn't allow people to read
• B. The Church built too many cathedrals
• C. The Church had too much influence on governments

What action did Martin Luther take that started the Protestant Reformation?

• B. He wrote books about religion
• C. He taught people how to read
• D. He posted the 95 Theses on the church door

How did the printing press affect the Protestant Reformation?

• A. It helped spread Martin Luther's ideas across Europe
• B. It made the Catholic Church more powerful
• C. It stopped people from learning to read

Which of these was NOT a new religion that developed because of the Protestant Reformation?

• A. Lutheranism
• B. Catholicism
• C. Anglicanism (Church of England)

What was the main purpose of the Counter-Reformation?

• To spread Protestant ideas throughout Europe

• B. To restore power and influence to the Catholic Church

• To establish new military dictatorships

Who founded the Jesuits, and what was their primary mission?

• A. Martin Luther; to challenge Catholic teachings

• B. The Council of Trent; to reform church practices

• C. Ignatius Loyola; to spread Catholicism and convert people back to the Catholic Church

What was the Council of Trent's main function during the Counter-Reformation?

• To establish new trade routes

• To elect a new Pope

• To discuss and address problems within the Catholic Church

What was Martin Luther's view on indulgences?

• They were harmful and people shouldn't buy their way into heaven

• They should be made more affordable

• They were necessary for salvation

Which of the following was a major effect of the Reformation in Europe?

• The rise of military dictatorships

• The decline of religious unity

• The end of the monarchy system