Question

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Which statement best describes the Reformation?


A.
the spread of Renaissance ideals in science and mathematics that brought new understanding of the laws of nature


B.
an effort to make the Bible more understandable by adding chapters and books to the New Testament


C.
the movement to change and improve the Catholic Church that resulted in divisions in Christianity


D.
an attempt to change the education system throughout Europe that resulted in greater literacy in most countries

Answer 1

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Which was not an issue that led to the Reformation?



A.
Clergy and lay people believed that Church leaders were more concerned with money and power than the spiritual needs of the people.


B.
Several reformers believed that the only way to gain salvation was by buying indulgences and converting other people.


C.
Many scholars criticized the sale of indulgences as a means of raising money for the pope's use.


D.
Some people began to read the Bible for themselves and decided the Church was wrong in some of its practices.

Answer 2

And one more
Which statements about the Catholic Church's response to the Reformation are true?

Choose all answers that are correct.



A.


Church leaders encouraged people to read and interpret the Bible for themselves.


B.


The Church strengthened and expanded the Inquisition.


C.


Most bishops who were accused of abuses in their leadership were tried and excommunicated.


D.


The pope called the Council of Trent to clarify Church teaching and address abuses.

Answer 3

Idk if you still need this but the answer for the first one is c