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Quiz for Primary Source 13.4: 1547 Ordinances in Calvin’s Geneva

1. Based on the ordinances, which of these described the ideal Christian?

Joyful in all things

Passionate in his or her expression of faith

Serious, sober, and just

Generous and forgiving of all

Correct. The answer is c. The ordinances banned drunkenness, “immoral” songs and dances, “dissolute” games, and the charging of interest.

Incorrect. The answer is c. The ordinances banned drunkenness, “immoral” songs and dances, “dissolute” games, and the charging of interest.

2. Why did the ordinances require all churches to be closed when services were not being conducted?

To differentiate Calvinist churches from Lutheran churches

To prevent churches from being used as meeting places

To highlight the sanctity of churches

To prevent private engagement in unauthorized religious practices

Correct. The answer is d. The Calvinists associated private attendance at church with “superstitious” Catholic practices.

Incorrect. The answer is d. The Calvinists associated private attendance at church with “superstitious” Catholic practices.