The Catholic Reformation's Response
Which of the following best characterizes the Catholic Church’s response to Protestant criticisms during the 16th-century Catholic Reformation?
A
It abandoned traditional liturgical practices entirely, favoring a return to pre-medieval religious customs.
B
It resulted in the permanent division of the Catholic Church into multiple, independent sects with differing practices.
C
It led to the Council of Trent and reforms aimed at clarifying doctrine, improving clerical discipline, and reasserting spiritual authority.
D
It quickly adopted many Protestant doctrines to regain lost followers and modernize its practices.
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