Reformation Flashcards
What major religious change occurred in England during the 16th century?
The shift from Catholicism to Protestantism.
Who was the King of England that initiated the English Reformation?
King Henry VIII.
True or False: The English Reformation was primarily driven by political motives.
True.
What was the Act of Supremacy?
A law passed in 1534 declaring Henry VIII as the Supreme Head of the Church of England.
Fill in the blank: The English Reformation began in the year _____.
1534.
What was one reason Henry VIII wanted to break from the Catholic Church?
To annul his marriage to Catherine of Aragon.
Which Pope refused to annul Henry VIII’s marriage?
Pope Clement VII.
What was the role of Thomas Cranmer during the Reformation?
He became the first Archbishop of Canterbury and supported the break from Rome.
True or False: The English Reformation led to the establishment of the Church of England.
True.
What document did Henry VIII create to outline the Church of England’s beliefs?
The Book of Common Prayer.
Multiple Choice: What was a key belief of Protestantism? A) Authority of the Pope B) Justification by faith C) Tradition over scripture
B) Justification by faith.
Who succeeded Henry VIII and continued the Protestant reforms?
Edward VI.
What was the name of the Catholic response to the Reformation?
The Counter-Reformation.
Fill in the blank: The Act of Uniformity established the ____ as the official prayer book of the Church of England.
Book of Common Prayer.
What was Mary I’s nickname due to her persecution of Protestants?
Bloody Mary.
True or False: Elizabeth I restored Protestantism in England after Mary I’s reign.
True.
What was the Elizabethan Religious Settlement?
A series of laws and policies that established the Church of England’s practices under Elizabeth I.
Multiple Choice: What did the Puritans want to do? A) Return to Catholicism B) Purify the Church of England C) Establish a monarchy
B) Purify the Church of England.
What was the significance of the 39 Articles?
They defined the doctrine of the Church of England.
Fill in the blank: The English Reformation was part of a wider movement known as the ____ Reformation.
Protestant.
Who was the leader of the English Reformation who translated the Bible into English?
William Tyndale.
True or False: The Reformation in England was a quick and peaceful process.
False.
What was the main reason for the Pilgrimage of Grace in 1536?
To protest against the dissolution of monasteries and the changes in the church.
What was the primary role of the monasteries before the Reformation?
They were centers of learning, charity, and religious life.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following was NOT a consequence of the English Reformation? A) Formation of new Protestant sects B) Increased power of the monarchy C) Decrease in literacy rates
C) Decrease in literacy rates.
Fill in the blank: The English Bible was translated into English by _____.
William Tyndale.
Who were the Jesuits?
A Catholic religious order founded to counter the Reformation.
True or False: The Reformation in England did not affect the rest of Europe.
False.
What was the main focus of the Counter-Reformation?
To reform the Catholic Church and counter the spread of Protestantism.
Who was the first monarch to rule after the English Reformation began?
Edward VI.
Fill in the blank: The Book of Common Prayer was published in _____.
1549.
What was the significance of the Council of Trent?
It was a key part of the Catholic Church’s response to the Reformation.
True or False: The English Reformation had no impact on the political landscape of England.
False.
What was the main reason for the dissolution of the monasteries?
To increase the Crown’s revenue and assert royal authority.
Who was the last Tudor monarch?
Elizabeth I.
Fill in the blank: The English Reformation led to the rise of ____ in England.
Protestantism.
What was the primary teaching of Martin Luther that influenced the Reformation?
Salvation by faith alone.
True or False: Henry VIII’s reformation was based solely on religious beliefs.
False.
What did the term ‘Protestant’ originally refer to?
Those who protested against the Catholic Church’s practices.
Who was the first Archbishop of Canterbury after the break from Rome?
Thomas Cranmer.
Fill in the blank: The Reformation resulted in the creation of various ____ sects.
Protestant.
What was the primary goal of the Reformation?
To reform the Catholic Church and address issues such as corruption.
True or False: Elizabeth I faced significant opposition from both Catholics and Puritans.
True.
What was the significance of the English Bible being made available to the public?
It allowed more people to read and interpret the scriptures themselves.
Multiple Choice: Which event marked the beginning of the English Reformation? A) The establishment of the Church of England B) The execution of Anne Boleyn C) The annulment of Henry VIII’s marriage
A) The establishment of the Church of England.
Fill in the blank: The English Reformation was influenced by the ideas of Martin _____.
Luther.
Who was known for her strict Catholic policies during her reign?
Mary I.
True or False: The Protestant Reformation led to a decline in church attendance.
False.
What role did the printing press play in the Reformation?
It facilitated the spread of Reformation ideas and literature.
What was the main focus of the Anglican Church’s doctrine?
A middle path between Catholicism and Protestantism.
Fill in the blank: The Reformation encouraged the idea of ____ interpretation of the Bible.
Individual.
Who was a key figure in the development of Puritanism?
John Calvin.
True or False: The Reformation had no lasting impact on modern Christianity.
False.
What was one of the main social impacts of the Reformation?
Increased literacy as people sought to read the Bible.
Multiple Choice: What was the primary reason for the English Civil War? A) Religious conflict B) Economic issues C) Monarchical power
A) Religious conflict.
What was the significance of the Thirty-Nine Articles?
They established the official beliefs of the Church of England.
Fill in the blank: The English Reformation ultimately led to the establishment of a ____ monarchy.
Protestant.
Who was a prominent critic of the Catholic Church before the Reformation?
John Wycliffe.
True or False: The Reformation was a single event that occurred at one specific time.
False.
What was the primary outcome of the Reformation for the monarchy?
Increased power and authority over religious matters.
Who were the Anabaptists?
A radical Protestant group that believed in adult baptism.
Fill in the blank: The Protestant Reformation began in Germany with Martin _____.
Luther.
What was the significance of the Treaty of Westphalia?
It ended religious wars in Europe and recognized Protestantism.
True or False: The Reformation led to the establishment of various Protestant denominations.
True.
What was one of the main criticisms of the Catholic Church that led to the Reformation?
Corruption and the sale of indulgences.
Multiple Choice: Which monarch was known for trying to return England to Catholicism? A) Henry VIII B) Mary I C) Elizabeth I
B) Mary I.
What was the impact of the Reformation on women’s roles in society?
It allowed for more educational opportunities for women.
Fill in the blank: The Reformation challenged the authority of the _____.
Pope.
Who wrote the 95 Theses?
Martin Luther.
True or False: The Reformation was solely a religious movement with no political implications.
False.
What was the role of the monarch in the Church of England after the Reformation?
The monarch was the Supreme Governor of the Church.
Multiple Choice: What was a major consequence of the Reformation in England? A) Decrease in royal power B) Increased literacy C) Return to Catholicism
B) Increased literacy.
Fill in the blank: The Protestant Reformation led to the rise of various new ____ movements.
Christian.
What was the significance of the English Reformation in a broader European context?
It contributed to the spread of Protestantism across Europe.
True or False: The Reformation was supported by all classes of society.
False.
What was one way the Catholic Church responded to the Reformation?
By initiating the Counter-Reformation.
Who was a notable Protestant reformer in Switzerland?
John Calvin.
Fill in the blank: The Reformation emphasized the importance of personal ____ with God.
Faith.
What was the effect of the Reformation on art and culture?
It led to a focus on individual expression and secular themes.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following was NOT a Protestant denomination? A) Lutheranism B) Anglicanism C) Orthodoxy
C) Orthodoxy.
True or False: The Reformation created a lasting division between Protestant and Catholic Christians.
True.
What was the role of the monarchy in the Church of England post-Reformation?
The monarchy had ultimate control over church matters.
