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WorksheetsFirst Semester Exam - OCS Bible 8
Total questions: 80
Worksheet time: 56mins
Which of the following worldviews holds to a strictly evolutionary view of the universe's origin?
naturalistic worldview
Christian worldview
new spirituality worldview
Which of the following show(s) intelligent design?
human eye
flagellum
concrete
both a and b
The finches with differing size beaks that Charles Darwin, the evolutionist, discovered are an example of
macroevolution
microevolution
adaptation
both a and b
The biblical phrase "of the same kind" used in Genesis reinforces that new species could not be formed by
natural selection
microevolution
macroevolution
all of the above
Ideas . . .
form our beliefs
always produce good fruit
shape our convictions
Which worldview teaches that God is consciousness and we are all gods?
Islam
Marxism
Christianity
New Spirituality
Which worldview is atheistic, materialistic, and anti-religious?
Islam
Posmodernismt
New Spriituality
Secularism
Which worldview denies the existence of God and absolute truth?
Islam
Marxism
Postmodernism
Secularism
Special revelation is seen through
the Bible
Jesus Christ
creation
Which of these are true of God?
God is personal
God is a judge
God is involved
only a and c
We can trust the reality of the Bible manuscripts because of
the number of transcripts available
the consistency of the manuscripts
the fact that the Bible is in printed form for us
The belief in a supreme Creator who does not intervene in the universe or interact with humankind is known as
theism
deism
agnosticism
atheism
The belief that reality is only composed of physical matter is
atheism
supernaturalism
materialism
both a and c
Epistemology is the study of
the Bible
creation
intelligent design
knowledge
The ______________ that distinguishes Christianity from all other religions is the resurrection of Jesus.
causal argument
miracle
strong opinion
strong belief
If I believe that chlorine is really water and it is not, then my belief . . .
is true for me
is not based on truth
is scientific
does not correspond with reality
Why do people reject moral absolutes and instead rely on moral relativism?
because there are no absolutes
because they trust in God
because they feel their judgment is reliable
because they feel superior to others.
Which of these are true of those who believe in cultural moral relativism?
Morality differs from culture to culture
God is sovereign
Culture defines morality
What does the moral argument imply?
There is a Lawgiver
Laws are generally good
Some laws are illegal
Laws are always just and right
How would someone with an atheistic/naturalistic worldview account for morality?
It evolved as people evolved
It does not exist
It is necessary for the survival of the species
What do Christians rely on to guide moral choices?
how they feel from day to day
whatever their neighbors think is right or wrong
random chance
God's character as revealed in His Word
What are reasons moral relativism can't help a community or culture make moral choices?
It varies from person to person
It depends on individual opinion
It would create chaos in society
none of the above
(a) A worldview is a pattern of ideas and beliefs that help us make sense of the world and guide our decisions.
(a) Moral relativism is a collection of value, themes, and ideas that are popularized through media and technology.
(a) Relativism is the way of life of a particular people as show in their ordinary behavior, habits and attitudes.
(a) An overarching story of events that provides a structure for people's beliefs and gives meaning to their experiences is called a metanarrative.
What are the four steps of progression that describe the biblical narrative, in correct order?
creation, the fall, redemption, restoration
creation, the fall, restoration, redemption
creation, the fall, prophecy, restoration
(a) Bad ideas have bad consequences and good ideas might have good consequences.
What are the four major relationships of creation?
creation, animals, each other, God
ourselves, creation, each other, heaven
God, ourselves, each other, creation
(a) In Romans 1:20, the apostle Paul said that everything God made is still not enough for people to know God.
(a) Apologetics is a strong objection to someone's faith.
(a) The study of God is theology.
(a) God judges and punishes sin immediately.
(a) Only those who believe and trust in Jesus as their Lord and Savior have eternal life.
(a) The Christian worldview holds that God has revealed Himself in two main ways.
(a) The biblical teaching that there is one God - who exists in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit - is referred to as the Tri - Unity.
(a) General revelation is the way God has revealed Himself to us through His created order.
(a) Special revelation is the way God has revealed Himself to us through Jesus Christ and the Bible.
Give three biblical answers to the question, Why am I here?
(a)
What are the four main beliefs that answer the question, Does God exist?
(a)
(a) The faith of the first Christians was based on blind belief.
(a) Agnosticism is the belief that reality is composed of only the spiritual or immaterial.
The belief that reality is composed of both the physical universe and a spiritual or nonphysical realm is known as
Physicalism
Pragmatism
Supernaturalism
Postnaturalism
Which of these are the four familiar ways of gaining knowledge?
discernment, wisdom, reason, intuition
experience, discernment, wisdom, knowledge
experience, authority, reason, intuition
none of the above
(a) It is really not necessary for a Christian to study philosophy.
(a) Obedience to God's law is based on control rather than love, even though we choose to do it.
(a) There are never dilemmas when Christians have to make ethical or moral choices.
(a) Nearly all world cultures have similar standards of right and wrong, good and evil.
In certain circumstances, it is okay to disobey civil authorities or laws.
(a)
The belief that ethical decisions can vary depending on the situation is called
moral relativity
relativism
spiritualism
situation ethics
Name the TWO greatest commandments that we as Christians are to follow.
(a)
It is impossible for human beings to create ethical and moral standards that equal or exceed God's standards because . . .
human beings are full of stupidity
human beings have no wisdom
human beings are full of deceit
human beings are sinful, selfish and corrupt
(a) Evolution has been proven by fossil evidence because there are deposits of various creatures on top of one another.
Neo-Darwinism is the evolutionary theory that new and old species evolve by natural selection acting over vast periods of time by chance mutations.
(a)
If it takes human intelligence to produce the massive information found in the encyclopedia, the, by analogy, the information found in our DNA must also have an intelligent cause.
(a)
Which of the following is an example of knowledge gained through authority?
Learning to ride a bike by practicing
Believing a scientific fact because a teacher explained it
Trusting your instincts in a new situation
Figuring out a math problem on your own
What is the main criticism of moral relativism?
It allows for universal moral standards
It claims that all cultures have the same values
It supports the idea of absolute truth
It denies the existence of any moral truths
Which worldview asserts that only the material universe exists and rejects the supernatural?
Christian worldview
Materialistic worldview
New Spirituality
Theistic worldview
Which worldview asserts that truth is subjective and constructed by individuals or cultures?
Secularism
Islamic worldview
Christian worldview
Postmodernism
According to the Christian worldview, what event marks the beginning of humanity's separation from God?
The Creation
The Exodus
The Fall
The Resurrection
What is the term for the belief that only science can provide true knowledge about reality?
Empiricism
Relativism
Pragmatism
Scientism
Which of the following best describes macroevolution?
Small changes within a species
Adaptation to the environment
Variation in beak size
Large-scale changes leading to new species
A person who believes there is no such thing as moral truth that applies to everyone
moral relativist
holiness
judgment
objective moral truth
What helps to make good moral decisions?
true friendships
pleasure
popularity
autonomy
The act of determining what is morally right and wrong
moral relativist
moral relativist
holiness
judgement
A moral standard that is grounded in God and applies to everyone, regardless of whether it is acknowledged by individuals or their communities
judgment
moral relativist
holiness
objective moral truth
Which of the following is a true statement about the morality of an act?
Acting out of fear does not affect our moral responsibility.
A good moral decision must conform with God’s laws and the Church’s teachings.
All the laws of society will lead to good moral decisions.
If our intentions are good, then our actions are morally good.
What is the term for the belief that moral principles are universal and unchanging?
pragmatism
situation ethics
moral relativism
moral absolutism
According to the Christian worldview, what event marks the beginning of humanity's separation from God?
Creation
Redemption
The Fall
Restoration
According to the Christian worldview, what event is central to the hope of restoration?
The Creation
The Fall
The Resurrection of Jesus
The Exodus
Knowledge of God can be seen through creation because of
Psalm 19:1-2
special revelation
general revelation
a historically accurate Bible
Which of these is a way in which we gain knowledge or skill from doing, seeing, or feeling things?
Intuition
Discernment
Reason
Experience
Which of these is a way in which we gain knowledge by using logic?
Intuition
Authority
Experience
Wisdom
Reason
Which of these is a way in which we gain knowledge by studying reference works or how-to videos?
Intuition
Exploration
Authority
Experience
Reason
Which of these is a way in which we gain knowledge by knowing something without needing to think about it first?
Experience
Intuition
Authority
Reason
Explain why loving our neighbor is not just a duty.
(a)
According to the Christian worldview, what is the ultimate source of moral authority?
Majority rule
God's character and revelation
Societal consensus
Personal feelings
