7) I believe the correct answer is letter D: by rejecting the idea that the church hierarchy had special powers. The meaning of secularism is that the government, or leaders of a specific economy does not hold a particular religious community in higher power or privilege.
8) I believe the correct answer is letter A: by focusing on the role of good deeds that each believer must perform to earn their salvation. The meaning of John Calvin's individualism is the idea that human potential is important; not Christian Humility. This simply means salvation can be earned through good deeds.