Reformation Ideas and Key Figures

The video explores the Reformation, starting with John Wycliffe's early efforts to translate the Bible into English and challenge the Catholic Church. It covers Martin Luther's 95 Theses against indulgences, his trials, and escape. The Peasants' War and John Calvin's organizational contributions are discussed, highlighting the Reformation's impact on European history and the rise of Protestant churches.

What was John Wycliffe's significant contribution to religious reform?

• He translated the Bible into Latin.

• He translated the Bible into English.

• He wrote the 95 Theses.

• He established the Church of England.

What was a key influence on reformers during the Renaissance?

• The teachings of the early Christian church

• The rise of monarchies

• The discovery of new continents

• The invention of the printing press

What practice did Martin Luther challenge with his 95 Theses?

• The translation of the Bible

• The sale of indulgences

• The authority of the Pope

• The use of Latin in church services

What was the outcome of Martin Luther's meeting with Johann Eck?

• Luther agreed to retract his writings.

• Luther was declared a heretic and outlaw.

• Luther was appointed as a church leader.

• Luther's writings were accepted by the church.

What was the Peasants' War inspired by?

• The Industrial Revolution

• The Renaissance

• The French Revolution

• The Protestant Reformation

What was John Calvin's role in the Reformation?

• He translated the Bible into French.

• He organized and spread Reformation ideas.

• He led the Peasants' War.

• He wrote the 95 Theses.

Which city became a center for learning Reformation ideas under John Calvin?

• Paris

• Geneva

• London

• Rome

What was a major result of the Protestant Reformation?

• The unification of all Christian churches

• The establishment of Protestant churches

• The end of the Roman Catholic Church

• The creation of a new Bible

What was the main goal of reformers like Wycliffe, Luther, and Calvin?

• To create a new religion

• To translate the Bible into multiple languages

• To reform the Roman Catholic Church

• To gain political power

How did the Protestant Reformation impact European history?

• It led to the decline of Christianity.

• It caused the Renaissance to end.

• It significantly changed the religious landscape.

• It resulted in the unification of Europe.