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WorksheetsSemester 1 Exam - Study Guide
Total questions: 80
Worksheet time: 40mins
The perfect sign of the Father’s love is
the highly visible ministries of scripture reading or serving as Eucharistic minister at Mass.
the Church.
serving in food pantries or other ministries that serve the public.
Jesus Christ.
Jesus is called a “sacrament,” which means that
his own name gave a clue about his true identity.
he not only pointed to God’s love, he brought it to people.
he shared Gospel stories and parables very effectively.
he never changed or diminished his teaching about God.
The three traits found in every sacrament are:
available to all Catholics, administered by a priest, celebrated at Mass.
a mystery, a visible sign of an invisible reality, efficacious.
a mystery, presented in the Gospels, celebrated at Mass.
efficacious, prayerful, administered by a priest.
The Church is called a mystery because
no one can memorize every Church law and regulation.
people in the hierarchy are difficult to understand.
it can’t be fully understood or explained.
many important ancient Church documents have been lost.
The sacraments bring you communion with
the Blessed Trinity.
other Catholics.
other people in the world.
all of the above
Growing in holiness is an example of the common priesthood in which we act as
priestly people.
prophetic people
royal people
ordained people
By the Communion of Saints, the Church means
the people of any parish who have received the Eucharist at Mass.
only the canonized saints of the Church.
all those in heaven—the canonized and uncanonized saints.
all those redeemed in Christ, both living and dead.
By communion in the faith, the Church means
donations sent to help the needy or those in crisis.
the faith we share among all Catholics today, which is the same faith held by the Apostles.
a special compassion for and commitment to others in the Body of Christ who are hurting.
articles in Church bulletins and newspapers about people who are poor or in need.
According to the Second Vatican Council, the sacraments transform us into the Church. An example would be the way we receive special strength to witness to Christ and spread the faith through the Sacrament of
Baptism
Holy Orders
Confirmation
Eucharist
As members of the Body of Christ, we act as prophets when we
provide spiritual support to another person.
foretell the future.
put the needs of others before our own.
witness to the truth about Jesus Christ.
The celebration of the Paschal Mystery includes celebration of:
the birth of Jesus in Bethlehem.
the Death of Jesus on the Cross.
the Transfiguration of Jesus.
Christ’s Passion, Death, Resurrection, and Ascension.
Christ’s presence is clearly seen in the liturgy in:
the minister of the sacrament.
the Word of God or Scripture.
the Church or people praying together.
all of the above
The sacraments of the Church that confer a sacramental character are:
the Sacraments of Christian Initiation.
the Sacraments of Healing.
Baptism, Confirmation, and Holy Orders.
Matrimony and Holy Orders.
Among the many feasts of Mary, the Mother of God, is:
the Assumption.
Easter.
Christmas.
Ascension Thursday.
Every aspect or dimension of the liturgy focuses on:
God the Father
Jesus Christ
the Holy Spirit
All of the above
By his ordination, the priest is given particular grace to act in persona Christi, meaning:
in the person of Christ; he is a sign of the presence of Christ in the liturgy
he makes the entire congregation aware of Christ’s presence in Sacred Scripture
like Christ, he cannot speak in error when preaching on matters of faith and morals
Christ dwells in the common priesthood of all the believers
Sacraments:
are celebrated with signs and symbols
were instituted by Christ
begin and end through Christ’s words and actions
all of the above
Because ____ was the first day of the week and the day Jesus rose from the dead, it has become “the Lord’s Day” for Christians.
Saturday
Sunday
Monday
Friday
The focus of this liturgical season is the mystery of the Incarnation, and prepares us for the coming of the Messiah (the birth of our Savior):
Lent
Easter
Advent
Ordinary Time
The _____ describes the mystery of Jesus’ presence in the Eucharistic species.
Real Presence
Sanctoral cycle
Easter Triduum
ministerial priesthood
One of the rights that come with membership in the Catholic Church is:
the right to be nourished with the Word of God and have it explained.
the right to preach occasional homilies.
the right to baptize others coming into the Church.
the right to preside at the marriage of friends and family members.
The elements of the Sacrament of Baptism include:
only the Sign of the Cross and the essential Rite of Baptism.
only the Rite of Baptism itself.
the Sign of the Cross, the reading of the Word of God, exorcisms and the Profession of Faith, blessing of the water, the essential Rite of Baptism, anointing with sacred chrism, and the receiving of the white garment and lit candle.
only the exorcisms and the Rite of Baptism.
Which is not an effect of Original Sin?
Sin proliferated throughout the world.
Deep tensions developed between men and women.
Human beings became subject to death.
Adam and Eve became holier in the long run.
Which of the following statements about the Baptism of Jesus is NOT true?
Jesus was baptized by John the Baptist in the Jordan River.
The four Gospels accounts of the Baptism are exactly the same.
Jesus’ Baptism in water prefigured his Baptism in blood at his Death on the Cross.
The Baptism of Jesus revealed his true character.
Usually, adults seeking membership in the Church are baptized, are confirmed, and receive the Eucharist
after they pass the admissions test.
whenever they want.
Pentecost Sunday.
at the Easter Vigil.
During the first Christian centuries, the period of evangelization and initial conversion was called
the catechumenate.
the purification or enlightenment.
the mystagogia.
the precatechumenate.
If people live a life according to God’s will but are not baptized before they die, the Church teaches that they can be saved through:
the mystagogia.
the Baptism of Desire.
transubstantiation.
the Baptism of Blood.
During the essential Rite of Baptism, as water is poured over the candidate’s head, or as the candidate descends into the baptismal pool, the celebrant says the person’s name, followed by
“Your sins are now forgiven.”
“I baptize you in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.”
“You are now a member of the Catholic Church.”
“You are baptized according to Church law.”
The Sacrament of Baptism is prefigured in:
creation when the Holy Spirit hovered over the waters and brought new life from them
the new creation established through Noah and his family after the Great Flood
God’s rescue of the Israelites when they crossed the Red Sea and continued their journey to the Promised Land
All of the above
The Church teaches that infants who die before receiving Baptism:
go out of existence
are entrusted to the mercy of God who desires salvation for all
go straight to heaven
live eternally in purgatory
In the first three centuries of the Church the catechumenate typically lasted for:
weeks
months
one year
two to three years
The practice of baptizing infants recognizes:
that salvation is a pure gift of Christ’s grace that does not presuppose anything a human can do to deserve it
how we take the first step back towards God and God reciprocates by inviting us into his family
that we must earn our salvation by self-sacrifice and hope
All of the above
Baptism of blood describes the gift of salvation given to those who:
desire baptism but who die before receiving it
die defending their faith in Jesus Christ even though they were never baptized
may die or be killed immediately following their baptism
are baptized but never practice their faith in any meaningful ways
Baptism of desire describes the gift of salvation given to those who:
desire baptism but who die before receiving it
are martyred for their faith in Jesus Christ even though they were never baptized
may die or be killed immediately following their baptism
are baptized but never practice their faith in any meaningful ways
During the Rite of Confirmation, the laying on of hands done by the Apostles is represented now by
A blessing given by the bishop and the presiding priest.
the extension of the bishop's hands which communicates the grace of the Holy Spirit.
a handshake between the bishop and each candidate.
the sponsor's placing of their hand on the candidate's shoulder.
The anointing with sacred chrism that takes place during Confirmation signifies
that those confirmed will be spiritually strengthened.
that an indelible sacramental seal now marks the person.
that the candidate is to be seen as an adult member of the Church.
that the Holy Spirit claims this person for Christ in a new way.
Which of the following statements about Confirmation is TRUE?
Confirmation immediately makes a person a mature adult.
Confirmation increases and deepens the graces received at Baptism.
Confirmation is necessary for salvation.
There is no Liturgy of the Word during a Mass when confirmation is being celebrated.
Which grace is not associated with the reception of Confirmation?
a more intense relationship with the Holy Spirit.
a new identity as a maturing member of the Church
the forgiveness of personal sins.
a strengthening of graces given at Baptism.
Confirmation highlights the intimate connection between Baptism and Confirmation by encouraging
the celebration of Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist at the same time when adults are becoming Catholics.
the preference that baptismal godparents also serve as Confirmation sponsors.
the expectation that those confirmed will donate service hours to their parish every year.
both A and B
In many dioceses, the bishops verify that Confirmation candidates understand the meaning of Confirmation by
reviewing the quizzes and tests taken by the candidates
asking them several questions after the homily
interviewing the catechists who prepared the candidates.
all of the above.
During the Rite of Confirmation, the bishop traces a small cross on each candidate’s
right and left wrists
right palm
cheek
forehead
The Church makes the bishop the minister of Confirmation in order to
help each parish get to know him
lighten the load for parish priests
emphasize the importance of the sacrament for Church unity
make sure that the confirmed don't take the sacrament for granted.
Which of these is not one of the three Sacraments of Initiation?
Confirmation
Eucharist
Penance and Reconciliation
Baptism
Jesus' promise to send an Advocate was fulfilled:
on Pentecost
on Good Friday
at the Transfiguration
on Easter Sunday
Confirmation is so interconnected with ___________ that they are sometimes referred to as "a double sacrament."
Eucharist
Baptism
Penance and Reconciliation
Anointing of the Sick
Historically, Confirmation became separated from Baptism as a result of:
the spread of Christianity over a growing number of rural parishes in ever-larger dioceses
the large number of bishops executed during the persecutions
the completion of the books of the New Testament canon
the pope began to allow children to receive the Eucharist.
This gift of the Holy Spirit enables us to give God true worship and praise and to show proper respect for God:
Counsel
Knowledge
Hope
Piety
This gift of the Holy Spirit helps us to keep our priorities straight and to seek God’s Kingdom first:
Fear of the Lord
Faith
Fortitude
Wisdom
Which of these is not one of the Fruits of the Spirit?
Fortitude
Patience
Generosity
Modesty
Confirmation:
completes Baptism and perfects baptismal grace
helps us to become a more perfect image of Christ
makes us a more complete member of the Body of Christ
all of the above
The high point of the Liturgy of the Eucharist is:
the Penitential Rite
the reading of the Gospel
the Eucharistic Prayer
the Great Amen
Catholics believe that the bread and wine are changed into the Body and Blood of Christ when the priest:
first approaches the altar at the beginning of Mass.
recites the Words of Institution.
delivers the homily.
receives the Offertory gifts.
Intercessions offered during the Eucharistic liturgy typically include:
prayers for all those gathered for the Eucharistic celebration.
prayers for the conversion of all non-Christians to Catholicism.
prayers for the pope, bishop, and clergy.
both A and C
The Communion Rite includes:
the reading of the Gospel and the homily given by the priest.
the Lord’s Prayer, the Rite of Peace, the Fraction Rite, reception of Communion, and prayer after Communion.
the Offertory and Intercessions.
the reception of Communion.
Which of the following statements about the relationship between today’s Eucharist and the sacrifice of Jesus on the Cross reflects Church teaching?
Each Eucharist only remembers the sacrifice of Jesus on the Cross.
The Eucharist today and the sacrifice of Jesus on the Cross are two separate events.
The Eucharist today memorializes and re-presents the sacrifice of Jesus on the Cross.
The Eucharist is the sacrifice of the priest; the Cross was the sacrifice of Jesus.
The “sending forth” at the end of the Mass
sends people out to raise money for the parish.
sends people out to spread the Gospel.
sends people out to be martyrs for their faith.
sends people out to convert others to Catholicism.
Jesus instituted the Eucharist:
when he turned water into wine during a wedding in Cana
when he fed the multitude with the loaves and fishes
at the Last Supper
when he fed the Apostles on the shore of the Sea of Galilee after his Resurrection
Transubstantiation refers to:
the change of the bread and wine to something that is visibly different from bread and wine
the transformation of the individual members of the Church into the Body of Christ
the change in the bread and wine when their entire substance is turned into the Body and Blood of Christ
the change that occurs within a person who receives the Eucharist with faith
The ____ is our “yes,” or “I agree” to all that is expressed in the Eucharistic Prayer.
Gospel Acclamation
Lord's Prayer
Great Amen
Alleluia
When the first Christians met to “break bread”:
Sunday
Monday
Friday
Saturday
Which of these is not part of the Liturgy of the Word?
Gospel
The Lord's Prayer
Responsorial Psalm
Profession of Faith
Which of these is not part of the Liturgy of the Eucharist?
Reception of Holy Communion
Homily
Presentation of the gifts of bread and wine
Memorial Acclamation
By celebrating the Last Supper with his Apostles Jesus gave the Jewish feast of ____ its definitive meaning and anticipated the final ____ of the Church into the glory of his Kingdom. (Same word in both blanks)
Hanukah
Pentecost
Yom Kippur
Passover
The “Eucharistic assembly” is another way to refer to the Eucharistic liturgy.
True
False
There were no precedents in Jewish history for the offering of bread and wine to God as Jesus did at the Last Supper.
True
False
When Jesus told his followers that they should eat his flesh and drink his blood, all quickly agreed.
True
False
One of the graces of Holy Communion is unity with Christ.
True
False
During the early days of Christianity, the Eucharist was celebrated on Sunday, the first day of the week.
True
False
The basic pattern for the celebration of the Eucharist has not really changed since the beginning of the Church.
True
False
On special occasions, an ordained deacon is permitted to consecrate the bread and wine so that they become the Body and Blood of Christ.
True
False
The Church teaches that the Eucharist “re-presents” (makes present again) the sacrifice of Christ’s suffering and Death on the Cross.
True
False
The Mass is divided into two main parts: the Liturgy of the Word and the Liturgy of Service.
True
False
The Eucharist is the source and summit of the Christian life.
True
False
Unlike the sacraments of Baptism and Confirmation, we may receive the Sacrament of the Eucharist every Sunday and even daily.
True
False
We prepare to receive communion by observing a one hour fast to help us remember that the Eucharist is not ordinary food.
True
False
The Eucharist makes present the one eternal sacrifice of Jesus on the Cross.
True
False
The fundamental structure of the Mass is not the same everywhere in the Church today.
True
False
Christ himself presides invisibly over every Eucharistic celebration.
True
False
The Church’s sacraments are mysteries that cannot be fully explained.
True
False
As members of the Body of Christ, we are always united to Christ but rarely united to other members of the Church.
True
False
