Historical Figures and Events

What was the reason for Henry VIII's break with the Roman Catholic Church?

• He wanted to go to war with Spain

• He wanted to become the new pope

• He wanted a divorce and a male heir

• He wanted the Bible translated into English

Which of the following is true concerning the reign of Henry VIII?

• A) England had strong ties to the pope and the Catholic Church

• B) England split from the Catholic Church and became Protestant

• C) England went to war with Spain and defeated the Spanish Armada

• D) England was conquered by the alliance of Spain and France

What was the primary focus of Saint Ignatius of Loyola's life and work?

• A) Advocating for political reforms and more freedoms for the lower classes.

• B) Bringing Catholics and Protestants together and promoting religious tolerance.

• C) Founding and leading the Society of Jesus (Jesuits) in the service of the Catholic Church.

• D) Helping promote scientific discoveries and advancements and new inventions.

Which of the following groups is being described in the passage above?

• The Jesuits

• The Anglicans

• The League of Bishops

• The Council of Protestants

Fill in the blank: Henry VIII wanted a ______ and a male heir.

• divorce

• war

• new pope

• Bible translation

Fill in the blank: The Jesuits were dedicated ______ and missionaries.

• teachers

• soldiers

• politicians

• scientists

Fill in the blank: Saint Ignatius of Loyola founded the Society of ______.

• Jesus

• Bishops

• Protestants

• Anglicans

Which group became the largest order in the Church and actively supported the pope?

• The Jesuits

• The Anglicans

• The League of Bishops

• The Council of Protestants

Fill in the blank: England split from the ______ Church and became Protestant.

• Catholic

• Anglican

• Protestant

• Jesuit

What was one of the achievements of the Jesuits?

• Founding schools and colleges

• Leading political reforms

• Promoting scientific discoveries

• Conquering new lands