Understanding the Protestant Reformation

The video introduces the Protestant Reformation, highlighting its origins with Martin Luther's 95 Theses in 1517. It explores the diversity of Christian denominations that emerged post-Reformation and the Catholic Church's role before this period. The video discusses the sale of indulgences as a means of church funding, which led to Martin Luther's protest and the subsequent Reformation.

What significant event in 1517 marked the beginning of the Protestant Reformation?

• The start of the Hundred Years' War

• The fall of Constantinople

• Martin Luther nailing his 95 Theses

• The signing of the Magna Carta

Which of the following churches was NOT a result of the Protestant Reformation?

• Lutheran Church

• Baptist Church

• Roman Catholic Church

• Presbyterian Church

What does the term 'Catholic' mean in the context of the Roman Catholic Church?

• Local

• Traditional

• Universal

• Exclusive

Who was the Pope in 1517, during the time of the Protestant Reformation?

• Pope Julius II

• Pope Leo X

• Pope Urban II

• Pope Gregory VII

What was the primary reason for the construction of Saint Peter's Basilica?

• To serve as a university

• To honor Saint Peter

• To serve as a fortress

• To house the papal treasury

What was the purpose of selling indulgences according to the Catholic Church?

• To gain political power

• To reduce time in Purgatory

• To fund wars

• To convert non-Christians

What was Martin Luther's main issue with the selling of indulgences?

• It was a new practice

• It was too expensive

• It was seen as a way to buy salvation

• It was only available to the clergy

What did Martin Luther do in response to his concerns about indulgences?

• He posted the 95 Theses

• He started a new religion

• He wrote the Magna Carta

• He became a priest

What does the word 'Protestant' in Protestant Reformation signify?

• Celebration

• Reunion

• Protest

• Agreement

What was the main goal of the Protestant Reformation?

• To create a new religion

• To unify all Christian denominations

• To reform the Catholic Church

• To abolish all religious practices