Popes against heresy

Question 1

How did Sixtus V aid in fighting against heresy?

Answer 1

highly supportive of secular leaders aiming to rid England, France, Netherlands of Protestantism

Question 2

how did Pope Clement VIII secure Catholicism outside Italy

Answer 2

1. 1595 – fully accepted Henry IV of France’s reconversion to Catholicism
2. noted for helping to secure peace between France and Spain at Vervins in 1598

Question 3

how did Gregory XII contribute to Catholicism outside Italy

Answer 3

made Ernest of Bavaria Prince Bishop of Munster to foster Catholic power in northwest Germany

Question 4

How did Pius V contribute against heresy

Answer 4

1. Excommunicated Elizabeth in 1570

2. backed the Holy League in fight against Ottomans, celebrating victory at Lepanto in 1571