Popes vs kings

How is a King's power different from the Pope's?

• A) A King's power is spiritual, while the Pope's is temporal.

• B) Pope's power is absolute, while the Kings's is elected.

• C) A King's power is hereditary and political, while the Pope's is spiritual and elected.

• D) A King's power is limited to one country, while the Pope's is limited to the Vatican.

During which period was Christianity rapidly spreading?

• The Renaissance

• The Middle Ages

• The Industrial Revolution

• The Modern Era

By the middle ages, what was the religious affiliation of a majority of Europe?

• Members of the Protestant Church

• Members of the Catholic Church

• Followers of Islam

• Practitioners of Paganism

What does "Divine right" imply about kings?

• They were elected by the people

• They inherited the throne from their ancestors

• They were chosen by God

• They seized power through war

What is one of the responsibilities of the people towards the king?

• To entertain the king

• To provide food for the king

• To pay taxes

• To write laws

What kind of power do kings have over the people?

• Limited power

• No power

• Complete power

• Shared power

What is the role of the Pope?

• Military leader

• Spiritual leader

• Economic advisor

• Educational reformer

What power does the Pope have?

• The power to declare war

• The power of excommunication

• The power to heal

• The power to perform miracles

What is the purpose of Religion?

• To organize community events

• To tell you what happens when you die

• To provide a political structure

• To offer education on science

What was the role of religion for people dealing with anarchy, fighting, and famine?

• A source of conflict

• A means of political power

• A sense of ease

• A method of distributing food