Catholic Church Usage Quiz

Which of the following is a way that churches are used by Catholics?

• Hosting sports events

• Celebrating Mass and receiving the Eucharist

• Conducting business meetings

• Holding art exhibitions

What is one of the purposes of a church gathering?

• To watch movies

• To receive sacraments

• To play music

• To sell goods

For what personal activity do Catholics use churches?

• Personal prayer

• Cooking classes

• Dance practice

• Language lessons

What is the significance of high ceilings in church design?

• They symbolize the sun rising and the resurrection.

• They connect Catholics with God in heaven.

• They represent the eternity of God.

• They assist Catholics to learn biblical stories.

How do stained glass windows assist Catholics?

• By representing the star at the nativity.

• By symbolizing the sacrifice of Christ.

• By helping them learn their faith and biblical stories.

• By connecting them with God in heaven.

What does the round design feature symbolize?

• The sun rising and the resurrection.

• The connection with God in heaven.

• The eternity of God.

• Learning of faith and biblical stories.

What does the cross design feature symbolize?

• The sun rising and the resurrection.

• The connection with God in heaven.

• The sacrifice of Jesus.

• Learning of faith and biblical stories.

What is the significance of a church facing east?

• It represents the sun rising and the resurrection.

• It connects Catholics with God in heaven.

• It assists in learning biblical stories.

• It symbolizes the eternity of God.

Why might some argue that all Catholic church buildings should be the same?

• To reflect the variety of beliefs held by Catholics.

• To unify all Catholics and focus on worship.

• To allow different members to experience their faith in a suitable environment.

• To ensure they face east.

What is one reason given for why church buildings should be different?

• To ensure they face east.

• To unify all Catholics.

• To allow different members to experience their faith in a suitable environment.

• To remind worshippers of the death and resurrection of Jesus.