Catholic Social Teaching Quiz

What is the set of principles for a decent, just, and peaceful society called?

• Socialism

• Catholic social teaching

• Social security

• Social media

According to Catholic social teaching, what is the most basic building block for society to flourish?

• Corporations

• Schools

• Families

• Government

What is the first tenet of Catholic social teaching?

• Value and dignity of human life

• Dignity of work

• Care for the environment

• Solidarity

What does the 'option for the poor' tenet emphasize?

• Economic growth

• Putting the needs of the poor and vulnerable first

• Technological advancement

• Political stability

What is the Catholic teaching on the dignity of work?

• Work is just a way to make a living

• Work is a form of continuing participation in God's creation

• Work is optional

• Work is only for the wealthy

What is the Catholic stance on solidarity?

• Focus on personal gain

• Empathize and stand with people who suffer

• Ignore those who suffer

• Only help those you know

What does the tenet of stewardship of God's creation entail?

• Ignoring environmental issues

• Exploiting natural resources

• Treating the world with care and reverence

• Leaving environmental care to future generations

What did St. Teresa of Calcutta suggest to promote world peace?

• Travel to foreign countries

• Go home and love your family

• Donate money

• Join a political party

What is the Catholic view on human rights and responsibilities?

• Ignoring both rights and responsibilities

• Striking a balance between rights and responsibilities

• Responsibilities without rights

• Rights without responsibilities

What is the ultimate goal of living out the tenets of Catholic social teaching?

• Technological advancement

• Economic prosperity

• Political power

• Creating a just society