1. In 1500, there was only one church in Europe, but by 1550, there were many churches. Describe the series of events that led to the breakdown of medieval Christendom. Describe the basic difference of beliefs between Protestants and Catholics. What are the effects of the Reformation? 2. How did European understanding of the world change between 1500-1700? Use examples from 2 of the following categories: geography, religion, war, finance, and technology.

1. In 1500, there was only one church in Europe, but by 1550, there were many churches. Describe the series of events that led to the breakdown of medieval Christendom. Describe the basic difference of beliefs between Protestants and Catholics. What are the effects of the Reformation? 2. How did European understanding of the world change between 1500-1700? Use examples from 2 of the following categories: geography, religion, war, finance, and technology.