What was a significant impact of the Catholic Reformation (Counter-Reformation) during the 16th century?(2 points)

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Increased religious tolerance and acceptance of diverse Christian beliefs within Catholic territories.
Increased religious tolerance and acceptance of diverse Christian beliefs within Catholic territories.

The Council of Trent, which reaffirmed traditional Catholic teachings and addressed corruption within the Church.
The Council of Trent, which reaffirmed traditional Catholic teachings and addressed corruption within the Church.

The establishment of new Protestant denominations that embraced some Catholic doctrines.
The establishment of new Protestant denominations that embraced some Catholic doctrines.

The decline of the Catholic Church's influence as Protestantism gained widespread acceptance.

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The significant impact of the Catholic Reformation (Counter-Reformation) during the 16th century was:

The Council of Trent, which reaffirmed traditional Catholic teachings and addressed corruption within the Church.

This council played a crucial role in the Catholic Church's response to the challenges posed by the Protestant Reformation, clarifying Catholic doctrine and implementing reforms to improve the moral integrity and administrative efficiency of the Church.