The Renaissance & Reformation

Question 1

The 95 Theses

Answer 1

A list of arguments written by Martin Luther in 1517. He criticized problems in the Catholic Church, especially the sale of indulgences, and called for reform.

Question 2

Indulgences

Answer 2

Payments people made to the Catholic Church in exchange for forgiveness of sins. This practice was one of the main causes of the Protestant Reformation.

Question 3

The Renaissance

Answer 3

A period in Europe from the 1300s–1600s known for a rebirth of learning, art, science, and interest in classical ideas from Greece and Rome. (Started in Florence)

Question 4

Martin Luther

Answer 4

A German monk who started the Protestant Reformation by writing the 95 Theses. He believed people could be saved by faith alone, not by buying indulgences.

Question 5

Henry VIII

Answer 5

The King of England who broke away from the Catholic Church and started the Church of England because the Pope wouldn’t let him get a divorce.

Question 6

Leonardo da Vinci

Answer 6

A famous Renaissance artist, scientist, and inventor. He painted the Mona Lisa and The Last Supper, and sketched ideas for flying machines. (Renaissance man)

Question 7

Machiavelli

Answer 7

A Renaissance writer and political thinker who wrote The Prince, a book about how rulers should do whatever it takes to keep power—even if it means being dishonest. (Loved vs. feared)