Question

Which of the following was NOT a criticism of the Catholic Church around 1500?

Some Church leaders were corrupt and using their power for personal gain
Several priests and monks were poorly educated

Some priests broke their vows by drinking, marrying, and having children
The Church leaders were often too educated and society was upset their education wasn’t used elsewhere

Answer 1

The option that was NOT a criticism of the Catholic Church around 1500 is that Church leaders were too educated and their education would be better used elsewhere. Other criticisms, such as corruption, selling of church offices, and clergy not adhering to vows were actual issues faced by the Church.

Step-by-step explanation:

The criticism that was NOT true of the Catholic Church around 1500 is that The Church leaders were often too educated and society was upset their education wasn’t used elsewhere. The other options describe real issues that the Catholic Church faced at that time. Matters such as corruption, simony (selling of church offices), and nepotism (favoritism based on family relationships) were prevalent, and the education level of the clergy varied, with some being poorly educated. On the contrary, there was no widespread criticism that the church leaders were too educated or that their education should have been used for other purposes.

On the other hand, real criticisms included that some priests and monks were not well-educated and often did not live up to the Church’s moral standards by drinking, marrying, and having children, violating their vows of celibacy. Additionally, some leaders used their power to gain personal wealth rather than focusing on their spiritual responsibilities.

Answer 2

Option: The Church leaders were often too educated and society was upset their education wasn’t used elsewhere

Step-by-step explanation:

The medieval period is known to be dominated by the Church. Society in the medieval era believed in teachings of the Church. Women in the medieval era allowed to obtain an education and some became nuns and scholars. In monasteries, education was very much present in society. Monasteries, Church, and the State provided education to children among the Noble and middle class.