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AP European History Flashcards: The Catholic Reformation

Study The Catholic Reformation in AP European History with focused flashcards that help you recognize the idea, recall the key rule, and apply it in practice-style prompts.

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AP European History Flashcards: The Catholic Reformation

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What year did the Council of Trent begin?

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  1. The council opened under Pope Paul III to address Church reform.

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Flashcard 1: What year did the Council of Trent begin?

Answer:

  1. The council opened under Pope Paul III to address Church reform.

Flashcard 2: What key characteristic defined the Baroque style in architecture?

Answer: Ornate and grandiose designs. This style used elaborate decoration to inspire awe and devotion.

Flashcard 3: What was the main goal of the Catholic Reformation?

Answer: To reform the Church and counter Protestantism. The Church responded to Protestant challenges by clarifying doctrine and eliminating abuses.

Flashcard 4: What was the role of the Roman Inquisition during the Reformation?

Answer: To combat heresy and enforce Catholic doctrine. This tribunal investigated and prosecuted suspected heretics.

Flashcard 5: Name one of the key outcomes of the Council of Trent.

Answer: Reaffirmation of traditional Catholic beliefs. The council rejected Protestant theology and upheld traditional Catholic practices.

Flashcard 6: What was a major focus of the Jesuit order?

Answer: Education and missionary work. Jesuits established schools and missions worldwide to spread Catholicism.

Flashcard 7: What did the Council of Trent say about the authority of the Pope?

Answer: Reaffirmed papal supremacy. The council rejected Protestant challenges to papal authority over the Church.

Flashcard 8: Which document affirmed the Catholic doctrine during the Reformation?

Answer: Canons and Decrees of the Council of Trent. These formal statements clarified Catholic teachings against Protestant challenges.

Flashcard 9: Identify the Pope who initiated the Council of Trent.

Answer: Pope Paul III. He convened the Council of Trent in 1545 to reform the Church.

Flashcard 10: Name one reform implemented by the Council of Trent regarding bishops.

Answer: Residency requirements for bishops. Bishops were required to live in their dioceses to provide proper leadership.

Flashcard 11: Identify the term for the Catholic Church's official list of prohibited books.

Answer: Index Librorum Prohibitorum. This Latin term means 'List of Prohibited Books' created to prevent heresy.

Flashcard 12: Which doctrine did the Council of Trent define regarding the Eucharist?

Answer: Transubstantiation. This teaching states that bread and wine become Christ's actual body and blood.

Flashcard 13: What religious practice did the Council of Trent uphold concerning confession?

Answer: Confession to a priest was necessary. The council rejected Protestant ideas about private confession to God alone.

Flashcard 14: What was the Council of Trent’s stance on indulgences?

Answer: Abuses were condemned; practice was upheld. The council reformed indulgence practices while maintaining their validity.

Flashcard 15: Which religious figure was canonized for his work in the Catholic Reformation?

Answer: Saint Charles Borromeo. He implemented Tridentine reforms as Archbishop of Milan.

Flashcard 16: Which sacrament did the Council of Trent emphasize as crucial for marriage?

Answer: Matrimony. Marriage was confirmed as one of the seven sacred sacraments.

Flashcard 17: Who was a prominent Jesuit missionary to Asia during the Reformation?

Answer: Saint Francis Xavier. He evangelized in India, Japan, and other Asian territories.

Flashcard 18: What religious practice did the Council of Trent uphold concerning confession?

Answer: Confession to a priest was necessary. The council rejected Protestant ideas about private confession to God alone.

Flashcard 19: What was the Council of Trent’s stance on indulgences?

Answer: Abuses were condemned; practice was upheld. The council reformed indulgence practices while maintaining their validity.

Flashcard 20: What was the Catholic Reformation's impact on music?

Answer: Increased use of liturgical music. Sacred music was enhanced to inspire worship and Counter-Reformation goals.

Flashcard 21: What is the term for the Catholic Church's effort to regain followers?

Answer: Counter-Reformation. This movement aimed to win back territories lost to Protestantism.

Flashcard 22: Which artist is known for his Baroque works during the Catholic Reformation?

Answer: Caravaggio. His dramatic religious paintings exemplified Counter-Reformation artistic ideals.

Flashcard 23: What did the Council of Trent declare about the Bible's interpretation?

Answer: Only the Church could interpret Scripture. This rejected Protestant belief in individual biblical interpretation.

Flashcard 24: Who was a major figure in reforming the Papal States during the Reformation?

Answer: Pope Paul IV. He implemented strict reforms and established the Roman Inquisition.

Flashcard 25: What was the role of the Jesuits in the Catholic Reformation?

Answer: To spread Catholicism and reform education. They founded schools globally and conducted missionary work.

Flashcard 26: Identify the Council of Trent's decision on clerical celibacy.

Answer: Clerical celibacy was reaffirmed. The council maintained that priests must remain unmarried.

Flashcard 27: Which religious figure was canonized for his work in the Catholic Reformation?

Answer: Saint Charles Borromeo. He implemented Tridentine reforms as Archbishop of Milan.

Flashcard 28: What was a common theme in Baroque art during the Catholic Reformation?

Answer: Dramatic expression and religious themes. Artists used intense emotion and biblical scenes to promote Catholic faith.

Flashcard 29: What did the Council of Trent affirm about the Latin Vulgate?

Answer: It was the official Catholic Bible. This Latin Bible translation was declared the Church's authoritative version.

Flashcard 30: Which Pope established the Roman Inquisition?

Answer: Pope Paul III. He created this institution in 1542 to combat heresy.