In the context of the various forms of Protestantism, which of the following statements is true of Calvinism?

A. It called for services to be conducted in German in order to encourage participation.
B. It prohibited the removal of statues and pictures from the churches.
C. It saw human nature as being basically sinful and almost irresistibly drawn to evil.
D. It originated in England and was a compromise between Catholicism and Protestantism.


Answer: C

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