Reformation Review

The Protestant Reformation began in the year 1517. What century is this?

• 15th

• 16th

• 17th

• 18th

Which of the following is NOT true about Martin Luther?

• He was the first to oppose the wrong teachings and practices of the Catholic Church.

• He was a Catholic monk who tried to correct the malpractices in the Church.

• He was branded as an outlaw and heretic when he refused to recant or withdraw his 95 Theses.

• The Protestant spirit that he began spread to other parts of Europe.

Sola gratia and sola fide challenge which teaching of the Catholic Church?

• The Pope is the vicar or substitute of Christ as head of the Church.

• Only the clergy or priests can rightly interpret the Bible.

• Both faith and good works are necessary for one to be saved.

• Purgatory is reserved for the souls that are in need of purification.

How did Martin Luther demonstrate courage in the face of opposition?

• He nailed his 95 Theses in an attempt to draw the Church into a discussion over his ideas.

• He dedicated the remaining years of his life studying the Bible and translating it into German.

• Luther rejected the idea of selling indulgences and insisted that forgiveness comes by the grace of God.

• Luther refused to withdraw his 95 Theses even when he was threatened with excommunication.

All of the following were done by the Catholic Church in response to the Protestant challenge EXCEPT___.

• issuing an index or list of prohibited books

• strengthening the Inquisition to eradicate heresy

• banning the sale of indulgences and disciplining the clergy

• reversing its teaching that Scripture and Church tradition are equally important