1. Fact or Fib Unit 5a Reformation

2. 1. The new theological doctrine that emerged from the Protestant Reformation was primarily about salvation by the grace of God.  Fact  Martin Luther’s teachings stated there were no need for priests because each person can teach themselves and it was God’s grace that brought about salvation for mankind by Jesus’ sacrifice; not the biblical teachings of the clergy.

3. 2. European political powers rise during the Renaissance by establishing large overseas colonial empires.  Fact  With new innovations on the rise, new empires seek exploration allowing for new trade and domination of new territories.

4. 3. Banking causes a decline in European patron investments.  Fib  The prohibition against usury (money lending) led to investment opportunities in Banking

5. 4. A major contribution to the beginning of the Renaissance was Christians introducing the Europeans to new Islamic art.  Fib  Crusades (between the Christians and Muslims) helped contribute to the beginning of the Renaissance by facilitating the revival of trade with Asia.

6. 5. Renewed scholarship in classical civilization (Greek and Roman) led to a new attitude in Renaissance society.  Fact  The Renaissance brought about the idea that pleasures of this world should enjoyed.  Example: Art showed Humanism and Individualism by being pleasurable to the eye.