Teaching Mass Comprehension Questions

Check all that apply.

The Mass is _______________________.

• the most effective way to commune or be in a covenant relationship with our God

• a sacrament

• a symbol of Jesus' body and blood

What are three very important items in the church that draw our attention to the sacrifice of the Mass?

• the Tabernacle

• the altar

• the crucifix

• the choir pit

Why is the tabernacle important?

• The tabernacle is made of gold and is a secure fixture that does not move.

• The tabernacle is where the Lord himself resides in the form of the consecrated host.

• The tabernacle takes its name from a word that means "tent".

• The tabernacle was rescued from Noah's Ark.

Why is the crucifix important?

• The crucifix reminds us of Christ's sacrifice of His life for our salvation.

• The crucifix is important because this is where Jesus will become present to us during the Mass.

• The crucifix is important because this is where Jesus resides.

• The crucifix is important because it is a sacrament.

Why is the altar important?

• The altar reminds us of Christ's sacrifice of His life for our salvation.

• The altar is important because this is where Jesus will become present to us during the Mass.

• The altar is important because this is where Jesus resides.

• The altar is important because it is a sacrament.

What should we genuflect to when Mass has not started?

• Tabernacle

• Altar

• Crucifix

• Priest

When do we reference the altar and not the tabernacle?

• during Mass

• only after Mass

• only on daily Mass

• only on holy days

What are the two types of sin?

• venial

• mortal

• forgetfulness

• accidents

What is included in the Introductory Rites?

• Entrance Song

• Sign of the Cross/Greeting

• Penitential Rite

• The Collect/Opening Prayer

• The Gloria

What happens during the penitential rite?

• Priest gives a penance

• Priest gives a blessing

• Priest gives absolution

• Priest hear everyone' confession

• Priest gives the announcements