Quiz on the History of the Church

What event marks the birth of the Church?

• Pentecost

• The Council of Nicaea

• The Protestant Reformation

• The Edict of Milan

Who was known as the 'Apostle of the Gentiles'?

• Peter

• John

• Paul

• James

What significant document was issued by Pope Leo XIII in 1891?

• Catechism of the Catholic Church

• Verbum Domini

• Evangelii Nuntiandi

• Rerum Novarum

Which council was called by Pope Paul III during the Counter Reformation?

• Vatican I

• Council of Trent

• Council of Nicaea

• Council of Constantinople

What title is used to refer to Jesus as the mediator between God and humanity?

• Lord

• Prophet

• Priest

• King

What does the Chi Rho symbol represent?

• The Holy Spirit

• Jesus Christ

• The Apostles

• The Church

What is the first Sacrament of Initiation?

• Eucharist

• Baptism

• Holy Orders

• Confirmation

Which Pope initiated the Vatican II Council?

• Pope Francis

• Pope John XXIII

• Pope Benedict XVI

• Pope Paul VI

What was the main focus of the Counter Reformation?

• To promote secularism

• To establish new religious orders

• To respond to criticisms of the Catholic Church

• To expand Christianity in Asia

What does the term 'new evangelization' refer to?

• A movement against secularism

• A renewed effort to spread the Gospel

• A call for reform in the Church

• A focus on traditional practices