The Reformation

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The ______________________ was a 16th Century movement to reform the Catholic Church. It led to the formation of new protestant churches.

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Reformation

Front

What German monk led the Reformation with the posting of The Ninety-Five Theses?

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Martin Luther

Front

In order to raise funds, the churches began selling ___________________ - a pardon (or forgiveness) of a sin.

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indulgences

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reform

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to change

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What event is considered the beginning of the Protestant Reformation?

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Martin Luther posting the 95 Theses

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How did Martin Luther say people could get to heaven?

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by believing in God and following the Bible

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Which of the following was NOT a teaching of Martin Luther?

• Anyone could have a direct relationship with God.
• Indulgences are legal.
• People should base their beliefs on the Bible.
• People do not need priests to talk to God.

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Indulgences are legal.

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Beliefs that go against official church teachings

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heresy

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the official teachings of the church

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doctrine

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What contributed to the weakening of the Catholic Church?

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corruption in the Church