Understanding the Sacrament of Confirmation

What is the sacrament of confirmation described as in the text?

• A gift

• A demand

• A reward

• A payment

What does the bishop use to anoint the forehead during confirmation?

• Incense

• Sacred chrism

• Holy water

• A cross

According to the text, what does confirmation build on?

• The words of the Bible

• The prayers of the saints

• The teachings of the church

• The graces bestowed at baptism

What does confirmation enable Christians to do more actively?

• Pray daily

• Worship God and serve Christ

• Read the Bible

• Attend church

Who is described as the successor of the apostles in the text?

• Deacons

• Priests

• Laypeople

• Bishops

What event does confirmation give us a share in, according to the text?

• The Crucifixion

• Pentecost

• The Ascension

• The Last Supper

What is the Holy Spirit described as in the sacrament of confirmation?

• An everlasting gift

• A visible sign

• A temporary gift

• A momentary flare

What does the sacramental character received in confirmation help us to become?

• Prophets

• Church leaders

• Living signs of grace

• Priests

What does the gift of the Holy Spirit help us to act with, according to the text?

• Love and charity

• Wisdom and knowledge

• Prudence and courage

• Faith and hope

Why does the church expect those preparing for holy orders to be confirmed?

• To be able to preach

• To put themselves at the service of the church

• To become a bishop

• To receive a new name