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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is happening in Wittenberg during Luther's absence?

2. With whom does Luther prepare to debate?

3. What does Luther maintain about excommunication from the fellowship here on earth?

4. What does Luther deny?

5. What is it that Luther seeks in the monastery?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Luther characterize the institution of the papacy?

2. List the major works of Luther while awaiting trial.

3. How does Melanchthon alter Luther's teaching after his death?

4. Describe Luther's busy life in Wittenberg.

5. Describe the rigors of monastic life.

6. While Luther is in hiding, what is happening in Wittenberg?

7. What is Luther's response to the bull Exsurge Domine?

8. Describe Luther's first years as a monk.

9. How does Luther attempt to use the confessional?

10. Explain the Catholic idea of the Eucharist that Luther initially accepts.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write an essay on Luther's contribution to the Protestant work ethic. Refer to Chapter XIV in the book to define Luther's position on vocations and how that ultimately elevated the working class and the ethics of doing the best possible job at whatever vocation one is called to.

Essay Topic 2

Write an essay about the need for education. Luther noticed that his doctorate gave him credence when he spoke. In you essay explain how education works to get other people to listen to new ideas.

Essay Topic 3

Write an essay about the changing attitudes toward religion today. Mention the decline in traditional church attendance and the rise of mega churches. State your opinion on why attitudes toward religion tend to change with the times.

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