Protestant Reformation Overview

Front

What was the Protestant Reformation?

Back

A religious movement in the 1500s that challenged the authority of the Catholic Church and led to the creation of Protestant churches.

Front

Who is considered the leader who began the Protestant Reformation?

Back

Martin Luther

Front

What did Martin Luther believe was the only way to salvation?

Back

Faith alone—not through good works or buying indulgences

Front

What was Martin Luther's list of arguments against Church practices called?

Back

The 95 Theses

Front

What Catholic practice was one of the main reasons for the Reformation?

Back

The selling of indulgences

Front

What role did the printing press play in the Protestant Reformation?

Back

It helped spread Reformation ideas quickly across Europe.

Front

What did the term "Protestant" originally refer to?

Back

Christians who "protested" against the Catholic Church’s practices

Front

What happened to Martin Luther after he challenged the Church?

Back

He was excommunicated by the Pope.

Front

Name one Protestant church that formed because of the Reformation.

Back

Lutheran Church (others include Calvinist and Anglican)

Front

How did the Protestant Reformation lead to a split in Christianity?

Back

It divided Christianity into Catholic and many different Protestant branches.