What movement helped King Henry VIII become the head of the Church of England? (WG 4.1) A The Renaissance played the most important role in King Henry VIII becoming the head of the Church of England. B The Protestant Reformation was the movement that led to King Henry VIII becoming the head of the Anglican/Church of England. C The Enlightenment directly impacted King Henry VII's gain of the Church of England's throne. D Because of numerous inventions by King Henry VIII, he was able to be named the head of the Church of England.

The correct answer is B.<br /><br />The **Protestant Reformation**, initiated by Martin Luther's challenge to papal authority, created an environment where Henry VIII could break with the Catholic Church. Henry's desire for an annulment of his marriage, which the Pope refused, provided the immediate catalyst. He subsequently established the Church of England with himself as its Supreme Head.<br /><br />The other options are incorrect:<br /><br />* **A. The Renaissance:** While the Renaissance fostered a spirit of questioning and intellectual exploration, it wasn't the direct cause of Henry VIII's break with Rome.<br />* **C. The Enlightenment:** The Enlightenment occurred much later than the English Reformation.<br />* **D. Inventions:** Henry VIII was not known for inventions. His break with Rome was driven by political and personal motivations.<br />