What kind of movement was the Reformation? Who started the movement? What was the main effect of the Reformation?
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Why were thinkers and others disturbed by the power of the Church?
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Reading Check: How did the Church's great power lead to criticism of the Church during the
Renaissance?
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Why didn't the Church punish Luther?
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Reading Check: What did Luther say was the final authority in religious matters?
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Reading Check: Why were peasants drawn to Luther's teachings?
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Key Terms: Review the key terms at the beginning of this section. Use each term
in a sentence that explains its meaning.
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Explain: What was the role of the Church in European life in the Renaissance?
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10.
Draw Inferences: Why do you think the political power of the pope and Church
officials troubled many people in Europe?
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Identify: What action by Johann Tetzel upset Luther and led to the Ninety-Five
Theses?
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12.
Synthesize Information: Which of Luther’s key complaints against the Church did
the selling of indulgences represent?
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Recall: What happened to Luther after he was declared an outlaw in Germany?
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Analyze Information: Why do you think the movement started by Martin Luther is
known as the Reformation?
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15.
The year is 1520. Write a memo to the pope, summarizing the events taking place
in Germany. Briefly trace the story behind Martin Luther and his ideas. Explain
how these ideas differ from Church teachings.