Confirmation Quiz 1
This quiz tests you knowledge of the Catholic faith. These are questions that were asked of Catholic 8th graders who were preparing for the sacrament of Confirmation. Good luck. When you complete the quiz and see the correct answers there is a button below the answer that if clicked on will give an explanation of each answer. Feel free to visit my blog: Journal of God's Callhttp://crossman. Motime. Com
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The Church not being able to ordain women to the priesthood is a doctrine of the faith that cannot be changed by the Church.
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True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The ordination of men only was established by Jesus himself and the Church does not have the authority to change this.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Priestly celibacy is a doctrine of the faith that cannot be changed by the Church.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
Priestly celibacy is a discipline of the faith that the Church may change if it wishes. There are no plans to change this discipline, however, as celibate priests are best able to serve the People of God.Rate this question:
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- 3.
There are 7 holy days of obligation in the United States
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The Church in the United States observes 6 holy days of obligation: Mary, Mother of God (Jan. 1), Ascension of the Lord (6th Thur. of Easter), The Assumption (Aug. 15), All Saints (Nov. 1), Immaculate Conception (Dec. 8) and Christmas (Dec. 25)Rate this question:
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- 4.
The sacrament of Confirmation can only be administered by the bishop unless a priest is delegated by the bishop to confirm.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
Although the priest confirms at the Easter Vigil, he is only able to because the bishop gives priests permission to do so.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Rosaries, relics, medals, crucifixes, scapulars are all examples of sacramentals.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
Sacramentals are "sacred signs which bear a resemblance to the sacraments. They signify effects, especially of a spiritual nature, which are obtained through the intercession of the Church.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Which of the following is NOT a cardinal virtue?
- A.
Prudence
- B.
Charity
- C.
Fortitude
- D.
Justice
Correct Answer
B. CharityExplanation
Charity is a theological virtue. Temperance is the 4th cardinal virtueRate this question:
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- 7.
The shamrock is a symbol of:
- A.
The pope and bishops in union with the Church
- B.
The Trinity - Father, Son & Holy Spirit
- C.
The virtues of faith, hope and charity
- D.
The three degrees of Holy Orders - deacon, priest & bishop
Correct Answer
B. The Trinity - Father, Son & Holy SpiritExplanation
This is a classic symbol of the Holy Trinity. Three Persons and yet One Being.Rate this question:
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- 8.
The truths, beliefs and practices of the Catholic faith are known as:
- A.
Teachings
- B.
Catechism
- C.
Tradition
- D.
Doctrine
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C. TraditionExplanation
Traditions are the elements of our faith that have been given us from Christ down through the bishops to the present day ChurchRate this question:
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- 9.
The sacrament of confession:
- A.
Must include a confession of all your sins committed in order to be valid
- B.
Must be received by all Catholic adults at least once a year
- C.
Must be received before receiving Communion by anyone guilty of a mortal sin since his last confession
- D.
All of the above
Correct Answer
C. Must be received before receiving Communion by anyone guilty of a mortal sin since his last confessionExplanation
You are only required to confess those sins you remember. You are not required to go to confession once a year but should make use of the sacrament as often as possible. You are forbidden to receive communion in a state of mortal sin and must go to confession first.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Purgatory is:
- A.
A state of purification for people who die in the state of grace but who do not die with complete love for God
- B.
A temporary state where sincere people who do not die in the state of grace get a second chance to do good and thus avoid going to hell
- C.
A state of mild punishment for people who were not bad enough to go to hell and who were not good enough to go to heaven
- D.
A state of natural happiness where souls of unbaptized infants and morally good non-Christians will wait until they are judged on the Last Day
Correct Answer
A. A state of purification for people who die in the state of grace but who do not die with complete love for GodExplanation
Souls in Purgatory have already been judged as worthy of heaven but are not yet in a state of purity in which they can be with God.Rate this question:
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- 11.
Which of the following is a defined Catholic dogma?
- A.
Limbo
- B.
Purgatory
- C.
Both limbo and purgatory
- D.
Priestly celibacy
- E.
None of the above
Correct Answer
B. PurgatoryExplanation
Limbo is a theological speculation and not a dogma. Purgatory is a dogma that must be believed by Catholics. Priestly celibacy is a disciple of the Church.Rate this question:
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- 12.
The doctrine of the Immaculate Conception means:
- A.
Mary conceived Jesus immaculately in her womb, without the aid of a human father
- B.
Mary conceived Jesus immaculately in her womb, and he remained without sin
- C.
Mary was conceived immaculately in her mother's womb, without the aid of a human father
- D.
Mary was conceived immaculately in her mother's womb and was preserved from sin
Correct Answer
D. Mary was conceived immaculately in her mother's womb and was preserved from sinExplanation
Because of the Immaculate Conception is that Mary was able to live a sinless life.Rate this question:
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- 13.
The consecration of the Eucharist:
- A.
Can be performed by a Catholic priest/bishop or by a priest/bishop of an Eastern Orthodox church
- B.
Can be performed by a Catholic priest/bishop only if he celebrates Mass with at least two witnesses
- C.
Can be performed by Catholic priests/bishops and Anglican priests/bishops so long as they have the proper intention and pronounce the correct words of consecration
- D.
Can be performed by a Catholic priest/bishop but in emergency situations can be performed by a deacon
Correct Answer
A. Can be performed by a Catholic priest/bishop or by a priest/bishop of an Eastern Orthodox churchExplanation
Both the Catholic and Eastern Orthodox churches recognize the validity of the priesthood and celebrate the 7 sacraments. Priests can celebrate Mass alone and deacons can only assist at the Mass.Rate this question:
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- 14.
A deacon is:
- A.
Someone who cannot celebrate Mass because the bishop has not given him permission
- B.
A layman who may distribute Communion, marry people, baptize babies, and wear vestments
- C.
A man who has received the first degree of holy orders
- D.
Forbidden to hear confessions and give absolution except in emergency situations and in the absence of a priest
- E.
Both B and C
Correct Answer
C. A man who has received the first degree of holy ordersExplanation
A deacon is not a layman rather is a clergy. They cannot celebrate Mass or hear confessions. Deacon is the first degree of Holy OrdersRate this question:
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In the Mass
- A.
Jesus is symbolized by the bread and wine from the moment of consecration onward
- B.
Jesus is spiritually present along with the bread and wine once the consecration has occurred
- C.
Jesus is spiritually present when the community gathers in prayer under the leadership of the priest and ceases to be spiritually present when the priest leaves the sanctuary
- D.
Jesus is really and truly present, and the bread and wine are not present, after the consecration
- E.
None of the above
Correct Answer
D. Jesus is really and truly present, and the bread and wine are not present, after the consecrationExplanation
The bread and wine cease to be present in their essence or substance after the consecration. Jesus is really and truly present, though the mere appearances of bread and wine remain.Rate this question:
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- 16.
The sacrament of anointing of the sick can be celebrated by:
- A.
Only the bishop
- B.
A bishop or priest
- C.
A bishop, priest or deacon
- D.
Normally by a bishop, priest or deacon but a layman can celebrate it in an emergency
Correct Answer
B. A bishop or priestExplanation
Because the Anointing of the Sick includes confession it can only be celebrated by a priest/bishopRate this question:
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- 17.
The following sacraments can only be received once:
- A.
Baptism, Confirmation and Marriage
- B.
Baptism, Confirmation and Holy Orders
- C.
Baptism, Holy Orders and Anointing of the Sick
- D.
Confirmation, Marriage and Holy Orders
Correct Answer
B. Baptism, Confirmation and Holy OrdersExplanation
Marriage can be received again if a person's first spouse dies. Anointing of the Sick may be received as many times as needed. Holy Orders is almost a trick question but a man can only receive each level of Holy Orders once (i.e. deacon, priest, bishop). When a man is ordained he receives an indelible mark on his soul.Rate this question:
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- 18.
Which sacraments(s) uses the Sacred Chrism oil?
- A.
Only Baptism & Confirmation
- B.
Only Baptism
- C.
Only Confirmation
- D.
Baptism, Confirmation and Holy Orders
- E.
None of the above
Correct Answer
D. Baptism, Confirmation and Holy OrdersExplanation
Chrism is anointed on the crown of the head in baptism. It is anointed on the forehead in Confirmation. It is anointed on the hands in Holy Orders.Rate this question:
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What are the 4 marks of the Church?
- A.
Prayer, love works and almsgiving
- B.
Faith, hope, love and charity
- C.
One, holy, catholic and apostolic
- D.
Temperance, justice, prudence and fortitude
- E.
Peace, love, charity and faith
Correct Answer
C. One, holy, catholic and apostolicExplanation
The foundation of our Church is that it is one Body, established to give us holiness, it is universal and founded on the apostles.Rate this question:
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Which of the following is not one of the four effects or original sin:
- A.
Our human nature was corrupted
- B.
Our will to do good was weakened
- C.
We have no control over our own desires
- D.
We have a strong inclination to do evil
Correct Answer
C. We have no control over our own desiresExplanation
We do have control over our desires but we are inclined to use them for evil. However, prayer and God's grace can help us to avoid giving in to our desires.Rate this question:
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