The Reformation - The Counter Reformation

The video discusses the Catholic Church's Counter-Reformation in response to Protestantism, highlighting the Council of Trent's role in defining church doctrine and implementing reforms. The council aimed to address Protestant criticisms, reform church practices, and reaffirm the necessity of church mediation for salvation. Despite bold reforms, the efforts were considered insufficient.

What was the primary reason for the Catholic Church to initiate the Counter-Reformation?

• To increase its wealth

• To establish new doctrines

• To respond to the Protestant movement

• To expand its influence in Europe

Who convened the Council of Trent, and what was its main purpose?

• Pope Urban II, to start the Crusades

• Pope Paul III, to address Protestant charges

• Pope Gregory I, to reform the liturgy

• Pope Leo X, to expand the church

During which years did the Council of Trent hold its sessions?

• 1545 to 1563

• 1500 to 1520

• 1600 to 1620

• 1450 to 1470

What significant reform did the Council of Trent advise regarding church practices?

• Establishment of a new church hierarchy

• Creation of a new Bible version

• Abolition of the sale of indulgences

• Introduction of new sacraments

What was the Council of Trent's stance on the Protestant belief of salvation through faith alone?

• It accepted the belief

• It rejected the belief

• It ignored the belief

• It partially accepted the belief