The Reformation: A Historical Inquiry
Explore the key figures, doctrines, and impacts of the Protestant Reformation on European society and religion in this Grade 11 social studies worksheet.
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The Reformation: A Historical Inquiry
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Read each question carefully and provide thoughtful responses. Use your knowledge of the Protestant Reformation to answer.
1. Which of the following was a primary cause of the Protestant Reformation?
The rise of feudalism
The invention of the printing press
Corruption within the Catholic Church
The discovery of the New World
2. Who is credited with initiating the Protestant Reformation by posting the Ninety-five Theses?
John Calvin
Henry VIII
Martin Luther
Ulrich Zwingli
3. The sale of by the Catholic Church was a major point of contention for reformers like Martin Luther.
4. The Peace of (1555) allowed German princes to choose whether their state would be Catholic or Lutheran.
5. The Council of Trent was a meeting of Catholic leaders to address the challenges of the Reformation.
True
False
6. John Calvin's teachings emphasized predestination and a strict moral code.
True
False
7. Briefly explain the concept of 'Sola Scriptura' and its significance to the Reformation.
8. Describe two long-term impacts of the Protestant Reformation on European politics or society.
Match each figure with their primary contribution or association during the Reformation.
9. Henry VIII
a. Founded Presbyterianism
10. Ignatius of Loyola
b. Established the Anglican Church
11. John Knox
c. Founder of the Society of Jesus (Jesuits)
Martin Luther (1528) by Lucas Cranach the Elder:
