AQA A-Level History 7042
1A The Age of the Crusades, c1071–1204
1B Spain in the Age of Discovery, 1469–1598
1C The Tudors: England, 1485–1603
1D Stuart Britain and the Crisis of Monarchy, 1603–1702
1E Russia in the Age of Absolutism and Enlightenment, 1682–1796
1F Industrialisation and the People: Britain, c1783–1885
1G Challenge and Transformation: Britain, c1851–1964
1H Tsarist and Communist Russia, 1855–1964
1J The British Empire, c1857–1967
1K The Making of a Superpower: USA, 1865–1975
1L The Quest for Political Stability: Germany, 1871–1991
2A Royal Authority and the Angevin Kings, 1154–1216
2B The Wars of the Roses, 1450–1499
2C The Reformation in Europe, c1500–1564
2D Religious Conflict and the Church in England, c1529–c1570
2E The English Revolution, 1625–1660
2F The Sun King: Louis XIV, France and Europe, 1643–1715
2G The Birth of the USA, 1760–1801
2H France in Revolution, 1774–1815
2J America: A Nation Divided, c1845–1877
2K International Relations and Global Conflict, c1890–1941
2L Italy and Fascism, c1900–1945
2M Wars and Welfare: Britain in Transition, 1906–1957
2N Revolution and Dictatorship: Russia, 1917–1953
2O Democracy and Nazism: Germany, 1918–1945
2P The Transformation of China, 1936–1997
2Q The American Dream: Reality and Illusion, 1945–1980
2R The Cold War, c1945–1991
2S The Making of Modern Britain, 1951–2007
2T The Crisis of Communism: The USSR and the Soviet Empire, 1953–2000
2C The Reformation in Europe, c1500–1564
Calvin in Geneva and the Ecclesiastical Ordinances
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Overview
Recall questions on the importance of his years at Strasbourg, his recall to Geneva and the offices set out in the Ordinances of 1541.
What you need to know
Answer each one before you reveal it.
What was the Consistory in Geneva?
Who was Michael Servetus, and what beliefs made him a heretic?
Questions from this subtopic
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Why was Calvin's Strasbourg period significant for his later work in Geneva?
Model answer
It allowed him to develop his ideas on church governance and discipline before returning to Geneva with greater authority and practical experience.
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When was Calvin recalled to Geneva, and how long did he remain there?
Model answer
Calvin was recalled to Geneva in 1541 and remained there until his death in 1564, establishing it as the centre of Reformed Protestantism.
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According to the Ecclesiastical Ordinances of 1541, what was the role of pastors in the Genevan church?
Model answer
Pastors were responsible for preaching and administering the sacraments.
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What function did teachers serve in the church structure established by the Ecclesiastical Ordinances of 1541?
Model answer
Teachers were responsible for instructing in doctrine.
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What was the role of elders in the Genevan church according to the Ecclesiastical Ordinances?
Model answer
Elders were responsible for maintaining discipline within the church and community.
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What duties were assigned to deacons under the Ecclesiastical Ordinances of 1541?
Model answer
Deacons were responsible for caring for the poor and sick.
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