Baroque Art and the Reformation

Emily Poole introduces the Age of Reformation, focusing on the shift in power dynamics in Europe due to new ideas and technologies. The video explores the impact of the Reformation on Christianity, highlighting the role of the printing press in spreading Protestant beliefs. It discusses the political, social, and cultural effects of the Reformation, including the rise of new denominations, increased literacy, and changes in women's roles. The video concludes with a look at Baroque art as a response to the Reformation and its influence on Catholicism.

What was a key question posed at the beginning of the Age of Reformation?

• How did the Renaissance influence art?

• What are the core beliefs of Islam?

• How will new ideas affect European power dynamics?

• What is the role of the monarchy in Europe?

Who initiated the Protestant Reformation by nailing the 95 Theses?

• Ignatius of Loyola

• Henry VIII

• Martin Luther

• John Calvin

What was a major political effect of the Protestant Reformation?

• The rise of the Byzantine Empire

• Wars between Catholics and Protestants

• The decline of the Ottoman Empire

• The unification of the Holy Roman Empire

What was a political strategy used by some leaders during the Reformation?

• Supporting the Catholic Church to gain power

• Forming alliances with the Byzantine Empire

• Converting to Protestantism to weaken the Catholic Church

• Aligning with the Ottoman Empire

How did the Protestant Reformation influence literacy?

• It decreased literacy rates

• It had no effect on literacy

• It increased literacy as people read the Bible themselves

• It led to the closure of schools

What was a significant cultural change regarding women's roles during the Reformation?

• Women were excluded from religious discussions

• Women were banned from attending church

• Women were allowed to become priests

• Debates on women's roles in religious equality emerged

What was the Catholic Church's response to the Protestant Reformation?

• The Catholic Church dissolved

• The Catholic Church allied with Protestant leaders

• The Catholic Church initiated its own reformation

• The Catholic Church ignored the Reformation

What is Baroque art known for?

• Abstract and modernist styles

• Focus on industrial themes

• Spiritual, emotional, and passionate elements

• Minimalist and simple designs

How did Baroque art serve the Catholic Church during the Reformation?

• It was unrelated to religious practices

• It was used to attract people back to Catholicism

• It was banned by the Catholic Church

• It was used to promote Protestantism

What was a visual difference between Catholic and Protestant churches during the Reformation?

• Catholic churches were plain and undecorated

• Protestant churches were lavishly decorated

• Catholic churches featured Baroque art, while Protestant churches were plain

• Protestant churches had more sculptures