Author Question: The teachings of John Calvin A. were at odds with Catholic doctrines, but not with Catholic ... (Read 54 times)

amal · **on:** Sep 21, 2019

Question 1

At the beginning of the seventeenth century, the already festering English Puritan discontent was increased by

A. the end of rule by the Stuarts.

B. the rising influence of Quakers within the English church.

C. the suppression of English Catholics.

D. the death of Queen Elizabeth.

E. Queen Elizabeth's promotion of English theater.

Question 2

The English Reformation resulted from

A. the persecution by King James I of liberal priests.

B. the threat of war between England and France.

C. the defeat of the Spanish Armada.

D. the rise of Lutheranism within the English church.

E. a political dispute between King Henry VIII and the Catholic Church.

Question 3

Which statement about French colonization in the New World is FALSE?

A. The French often lived among the natives and married Indian women.

B. French settlers exercised an influence disproportionate to their numbers.

C. The French were more likely than the English to press inland.

D. The French colonial economy was based on an extensive fur trade.

E. The French, like the English, tried to remain separate from native peoples.

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Question 4

The teachings of John Calvin

A. were at odds with Catholic doctrines, but not with Catholic practices.

B. were most rapidly accepted in southern Europe.

C. produced a strong desire among his followers to lead lives that were virtuous.

D. helped to promote the doctrine of free will so vital to encouraging exploration.

E. were officially adopted by the Church of England.