Ruby's Religion Test- Nicene Creed

Who was the first leader of the Church according to the Acts of the Apostles?

• Peter

• Paul

• Stephen

• Constantine

What significant event led Saul to change his name to Paul?

• His conversion to Christianity

• His journey to Rome

• His first sermon

• His meeting with Peter

What is a heresy?

• A false teaching that rejects a truth revealed by God

• A new religious movement

• A type of prayer

• A council meeting

Which council was the first "apostolic" council?

• Council of Jerusalem

• Council of Nicea

• Council of Constantinople

• Council of Ephesus

What was the purpose of the Council of Nicea?

• To respond to the Arian heresy and begin the Nicene Creed

• To discuss the role of Mary

• To establish the first church

• To convert Gentiles

Who supported Christianity after a battle where soldiers displayed a Christian symbol on their shields?

• Emperor Constantine

• Peter

• Paul

• Stephen

What was the Edict of Milan?

• A declaration granting religious tolerance in the Roman Empire

• A law banning Christianity in Rome

• A treaty between Rome and Greece

• A decree to build new churches

Who was known for organizing Rome during the Dark Ages?

• Charlemagne

• Saint Benedict

• Pope Saint Gregory the Great

• Julius Caesar

What did Charlemagne do on Christmas Day 800 AD?

• Issued the Edict of Milan

• Was crowned Holy Roman Emperor

• Began an order of monks

• Led a crusade to the Holy Land

What are the theological virtues?

• Prudence, justice, fortitude, and temperance

• Faith, hope, and charity

• Peace, love, and joy

• Wisdom, courage, and humility