History 101: The Protestant Reformation

What was the Protestant Reformation?

• A political uprising in South America

• A revolution of religion in western Europe

• A cultural movement in Asia

• An economic reform in Africa

Who was a well-known advocate for a reformed Christian Church?

• Julius Caesar

• Martin Luther

• Leonardo da Vinci

• Christopher Columbus

What did Martin Luther challenge?

• The Church's military campaigns

• The Church's doctrine and sale of indulgences

• The Church's architectural styles

• The Church's educational programs

What tool did Luther have at his disposal that his predecessors did not?

• The compass

• The telescope

• The steam engine

• The printing press

What did the Protestant Reformation lead to the creation of?

• New denominations of Christianity

• New languages

• New continents

• New forms of government

What philosophy rose during the Renaissance that influenced the Reformation?

• Nihilism

• Existentialism

• Humanism

• Stoicism

What was one of the practices Martin Luther criticized the Church for?

• Supporting democratic governance

• Selling indulgences

• Promoting scientific research

• Encouraging artistic expression

What did Luther believe was the ultimate spiritual authority?

• The Emperor

• The Council of Elders

• The Bible

• The Pope

What significant action did Luther take on October 31, 1517?

• He discovered a new continent

• He started a war

• He became Pope

• He nailed 95 theses onto the door of Castle Church