WorksheetsUnit 4 Forms of Expression and Ways of Life
Total questions: 65
Worksheet time: 33mins
According to the CCC, what is a church?
A house of prayer which the Eucharist is celebrated and reserved.
A place only for community gatherings and social events.
A building used exclusively for musical concerts.
A historical monument with no religious significance.
The role of church buildings: Which of the following is NOT a role of church buildings?
A) Place of worship
B) Place for Mass for Catholics
C) Place for personal prayer
D) Place for sports events
The role of church buildings: Church buildings are places where the community of believers are joined together as the Body of Christ.
True
False
The design of the church building: Church buildings will face ______ representing the resurrection.
east
north
west
south
The design of the church building: What shape is often used in church design to symbolize Christianity?
Cruciform (cross)
Square
Triangle
Rectangle
The design of the church building: What do round or octagonal church designs represent?
Round represents community and eternity; octagonal means the light that is brought into the world.
Round represents the four seasons; octagonal means the seven sacraments.
Round represents the apostles; octagonal means the resurrection.
Round represents the cross; octagonal means the Holy Trinity.
The design of the church building: Church buildings often have high ceilings to symbolize the greatness and otherness of God.
True
False
What is the purpose of stained glass windows in church buildings?
To let in light and to show images from the Bible.
To keep the church warm during winter.
To block out all sunlight completely.
To provide extra seating for visitors.
To store church records.
What is the purpose of the Lectern in a church?
It is where the Eucharist is kept
It is a stand where the readings are professed
It is a reminder of the love and hope we have in Christ
It is where we receive grace
Which church feature is described as 'a representation of the Last Supper, a table of sacrifice'?
Lectern
Altar
Crucifix
Tabernacle
The Crucifix is near the altar and reminds us of the ______ and death of Christ.
salvation
miracle
birth
resurrection
What is kept in the Tabernacle according to the CCC?
The readings
The Eucharist
The baptismal water
The confessional
The baptismal font is a reminder of the first sacrament of initiation.
True
False
Which of the following is NOT listed as an 'other feature' in the church?
Confessional
Stations of the cross
Baptismal font
Water stoop
What does the CCC say about images in churches?
Images are to be exhibited in the holy churches of God, on sacred vessels.
Images are strictly forbidden in all churches.
Images should only be used in private homes, not churches.
Images are only allowed in churches during special festivals.
What are sacred objects used for during the Mass?
They can be used to aid prayer and be visual reminders of faith and belief.
They are only for decoration and have no religious significance.
They are used to entertain the congregation during Mass.
They are distributed as gifts to everyone attending Mass.
The Church teaches that sacred objects are useful and serve an important part of the Mass.
True
False
Which sacred vessel is used for the blood of Christ?
The paten
The chalice
The ciborium
The paten is used for:
The blood of Christ
The larger host during the Mass
Storing the hosts after communion
The ciborium is used for keeping the hosts during communion and then stored in the ________.
tabernacle
altar
pulpit
font
What is a sarcophagus?
A box-like container for corpses.
A type of ancient musical instrument.
A ceremonial headdress worn by pharaohs.
A sacred scroll used in rituals.
Sarcophagi are still used today, and many popes are buried in them.
True
False
Hunger cloths are used traditionally over the altar to depict stories from the ________.
Bible
Quran
Vedas
Torah
In developing countries, hunger cloths signify:
Wealth
God's presence
The end of Mass
According to the quote, what does sacred art evoke?
The mystery of God
The beauty of nature
The power of science
The wisdom of philosophers
The use of art: Artwork is used within BOTH the home and within churches.
True
False
The use of art: It is a good way of evangelisation since it can be shown publically.
True
False
The use of art: Used privately, Catholics can use it as a form of ______ and prayer.
devotion
celebration
punishment
instruction
The significance of paintings: Which of the following is an example of a religious painting?
Rembrandt Prodigal's Son
Michael Angelo's Sistine Chapel
Mona Lisa
Starry Night
The significance of icons: Icons are done as a form of ______ and reflection.
prayer
celebration
punishment
competition
The significance of icons: Icons often depict important individuals of the ______.
faith
government
science
sports
The significance of frescoes: Frescoes are done in churches to show the ______ and greatness of God.
glory
anger
weakness
sadness
The significance of frescoes: Which of the following is an example of a fresco?
Rembrandt Prodigal's Son
Michael Angelo's Sistine Chapel
The Last Supper
The Scream
According to the quote, what does art unite?
Knowledge and money
Knowledge and skill
Skill and power
Power and wisdom
Where are statues and sculptures used for personal devotion?
Within churches
In public parks
At government offices
In shopping malls
Statues and sculptures may be used at home for families to use as what?
Focal point of prayer
Decoration for parties
Storage for books
Source of lighting
The use of statue and sculpture: May also be done publically for others to see and ________.
focus on
ignore
destroy
hide
The significance of statue: Statues are seen as sacred objects and can be used to aid one be dedicated to God. Statues are seen as:
Toys
Sacred objects
Decorations
Books
The significance of statue: Statues can be used in prayer and meditation, helping people connect with whom?
God
Animals
Nature
Famous Leaders
The significance of statue: Catholics will often show devotion to statues. Which of the following is NOT a way Catholics show devotion to statues?
Kneel in front of them
Touch them
Light candles in front of them
Ignore them
Pray before them
What is one purpose of religious sculpture?
To make the nature of the piece feel more real and connect the person with the artwork
To provide instructions for building temples
To record historical weather patterns
To serve as a map for travelers
Why is symbolism and imagery used in art?
To express key beliefs
To help prayer
To show or identify one's faith
All of the above
What does the dove symbolize in Christian iconography?
The Holy Spirit and also baptism; also a symbol of peace
Sin and temptation
The resurrection of Christ
The authority of the Church
The cross and crucifix are reminders of the death and resurrection of Jesus.
True
False
The fish was used in the early Church as a secret symbol. What did it mean?
Jesus Christ, Son of God, Saviour
Baptism by water
The Holy Spirit
Resurrection of the dead
The Chi Rho means Jesus as Christ and was used in the early Church especially in battles.
True
False
Which symbol is associated with John, one of the writers in the Gospel, and also shows the divinity of Jesus?
The eagle
The lion
The ox
The lamb
Alpha and Omega represent the beginning and the end, the eternity of Jesus, and also of the Trinity.
True
False
The evangelists are linked to the creatures that surrounded the throne of God and are decorated on the lectern and on stained glass windows.
True
False
What is the correct quote from drama?
Drama is only for entertainment
Drama engages the heart
Drama is not important
Drama is only for children
What were mystery plays focused on?
Showing stories from the Bible
Telling fairy tales
Performing comedies
Showing modern stories
Where are mystery plays often performed?
They are often performed in town centres, generally by groups, for example in York.
They are often performed in private homes for family members only.
They are often performed in remote forests by individual actors.
They are often performed in underground caves by secret societies.
Passion plays are done as a way of showing the passion of _______.
Jesus
Buddha
Shakespeare
Napoleon
When are passion plays commonly performed in town centres?
Around Easter
During Christmas
On Halloween
At New Year
Why is drama used in Christianity?
To bring to life the stories of the Bible
To help others understand the stories
As a form of worship by performers
All of the above
Which of the following is NOT a reason why drama is used in Christianity?
It unites Christians together
It makes them modern and relevant
It is only for entertainment
It is a good way to evangelise others
Where are these plays more often performed?
In churches as worship
In the open public
In schools
In private homes
What is the correct quote for music?
Make melody to the Lord with all your heart.
Remain silent in the presence of the Lord.
Fast for forty days and nights.
Build a temple for the Lord.
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Hymns in traditional music?
A) Written for praise, adoration or prayer
B) Means 'song of praise'
C) Usually sung at random times
D) Often linked to the time of the year
Plainchant is best described as:
Music with instruments
Most traditional type of music
Usually in English
Sung only outside the church
Psalms are:
Songs found within the Bible
Only sung by Protestants
Not sung at Mass
Written in the 21st century
Contemporary music is also known as ________.
worship songs
classical music
folk music
jazz
Contemporary music is often used by which groups?
Protestants
Charismatic Christians
Both A and B
Only Catholics
How does music express belief?
It allows the whole church community to express belief in God; helps one's faith on a personal level; some music is a tradition of the Church; the words of the music emphasise key teachings of Christianity.
It is only used for entertainment during church services.
It is mainly used to replace prayers in the church.
It is used to distract people from the main teachings of Christianity.
True or False: The words of music can emphasise key teachings of Christianity.
True
False
