Religion Presentation 12-1 - 7th grade

Multiple Choice

Why is it important to learn about the lives of Mary and Joseph before the birth of Jesus?

• Because they were ordinary people facing extraordinary circumstances

• Because they were kings and rulers

• Because they lived in a different country

• Because they were famous for their wealth

Open Ended

What can Mary and Joseph teach us about faith before Jesus was born?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes Mary's response to the angel Gabriel's message?

• She was fearful and refused to listen.

• She responded with trust and acceptance.

• She questioned the angel's message and left.

• She ignored the message and continued her life.

Open Ended

How do you think Mary felt when the Angel appeared? What emotions do you think she felt?

Multiple Choice

Based on Mary's story and her reaction, what qualities of faith does Mary demonstrate?

• Doubt and hesitation

• Trust and courage

• Anger and frustration

• Indifference and apathy

Multiple Choice

Which of the following actions did Joseph take after learning about Mary's pregnancy?

• He publicly shamed Mary.

• He divorced her quietly to protect her.

• He ignored the situation.

• He left immediately without waiting for the angel.

Multiple Choice

Joseph's Decision

• He should of asked Mary questions first

• He should of publicly announced what happened

• He made the right choice protecting Mary

• He should have left immediately

Multiple Choice

What is one key difference between how Mary and Joseph received God's message?

• Mary received a message in a dream; Joseph from an angel

• Mary received a message from an angel; Joseph in a dream

• Both received messages from angels

• Both received messages in dreams

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a key similarity between Mary and Joseph according to the lesson?

• Both received messages from angels

• Both were young

• Both were faithful and trusted God

• Both were likely older

Open Ended

What does the story of Mary and Joseph teach us about how God works in our lives?

Multiple Select

Based on the activities, which challenges did Mary and Joseph face before Jesus was born? (Select all that apply)

• Fear and worry

• Lack of faith

• Receiving messages from God

• Being perfect

Multiple Choice

Which of the following words best describes Joseph's faith according to the lesson?

• Brave

• Obedient

• Humble

• Trusting

Fill in the Blank

Fill in the blank: Before Jesus was born, Mary and Joseph showed faith by ___ God's plan.

Open Ended

What is one thing about Mary or Joseph that surprised you or stuck with you from today's lesson?

Fill in the Blank

According to Catholic tradition, the Mass is a sacred gathering where we remember Jesus's ___ and receive the Eucharist.

Fill in the Blank

Before Jesus was born, Mary and ___ showed faith by saying "yes" to God.

Open Ended

How does participating in the Mass help Catholics show their faith, similar to how Mary and Joseph showed faith?

Multiple Select

Which of the following are important actions during the Liturgy of the Eucharist?

• Preparing the gifts

• Saying the Eucharistic Prayer

• Receiving the Body and Blood of Christ

• Listening to Scripture readings

Open Ended

What emotions do you think Mary felt when the angel appeared to her in the Annunciation?

Open Ended

How old do you think Mary was when the angel visited her?

Open Ended

What does Mary's response, 'Let it be done to me according to your word,' tell you about her faith?

Multiple Choice

According to Catholic tradition, how was Mary prepared for her role as the mother of Jesus?

• She was immaculately conceived and prepared her whole life

• She was chosen at random

• She was the oldest daughter in her family

• She was a prophet

Open Ended

Why might Joseph have wanted to divorce Mary quietly, and what changed his mind?

Open Ended

Joseph is called a 'righteous man.' What does that mean in the context of his actions towards Mary?

Multiple Choice

What are the two main parts of the Mass, and what happens during each part?

• Liturgy of the Word and Liturgy of the Eucharist; listening to Scripture and receiving Communion

• Opening Circle and Closing Circle; greeting classmates and sharing reflections

• Homily and Communion; listening to the priest and receiving bread

• Nativity and Resurrection; celebrating Jesus's birth and rising

Open Ended

Based on today's lesson, how did Mary and Joseph show faith and courage before the birth of Jesus?