By the 16th century, the Roman Catholic Church was charging people numerous fees, dues, taxes, tithes, and payments to support clergymen and to fund building projects. What would happen to people who refused or were unable to pay these fees to the church? A. The church would refuse them the sacraments. B. The church would take their personal property. C. They would lose their citizenship. D. They would be sentenced to prison.

What was the main economic grievance against the Church?Group of answer choicesThe Church's wealth and land ownershipThe Church promoted free tradehe Church refused to lend moneyThe Church was hoarding gold PreviousNext

What was the name given to Catholics who continued to worship in their own way and accepted paying fines?

Which of these is not true of the Roman Catholic Church in the Middle Ages? aDaily life in villages revolved around the church. bThe church owned valuable land and property. cEach parish had its own pope. dChurch leaders helped govern western Europe.

James is going through a difficult time and does not feel he can confide in anyone. Eventually he confides in the priest of his church and asks for support. The priest forcefully tells James to turn over all of his money to the church or he will be struck down by lightening. The priest does not believe that James will be struck down. James makes the payments. Which of the following is most likely legal grounds for James to avoid the transaction?Group of answer choicesMisrepresentationDuressUndue InfluenceMistake

What was the role of indulgences in the Reformation?Group of answer choicesThey were criticized for being a corrupt practiceThey were supported by reformersThey were abolished by the PopeThey were a means of promoting charity PreviousNext