Confirmation Quiz 1

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1. The sacrament of Confirmation can only be administered by the bishop unless a priest is delegated by the bishop to confirm.

True

False

Although the priest confirms at the Easter Vigil, he is only able to because the bishop gives priests permission to do so.

Explanation

Although the priest confirms at the Easter Vigil, he is only able to because the bishop gives priests permission to do so.

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About This Quiz

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... see morewill give an explanation of each answer. Feel free to visit my blog: Journal of God's Callhttp://crossman. Motime. Com see less

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2. The Church not being able to ordain women to the priesthood is a doctrine of the faith that cannot be changed by the Church.

True

False

The ordination of men only was established by Jesus himself and the Church does not have the authority to change this.

Explanation

The ordination of men only was established by Jesus himself and the Church does not have the authority to change this.

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3. The shamrock is a symbol of:

The pope and bishops in union with the Church

The Trinity - Father, Son & Holy Spirit

The virtues of faith, hope and charity

The three degrees of Holy Orders - deacon, priest & bishop

This is a classic symbol of the Holy Trinity. Three Persons and yet One Being.

Explanation

This is a classic symbol of the Holy Trinity. Three Persons and yet One Being.

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4. Rosaries, relics, medals, crucifixes, scapulars are all examples of sacramentals.

True

False

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.

Explanation

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.

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5. The following sacraments can only be received once:

Baptism, Confirmation and Marriage

Baptism, Confirmation and Holy Orders

Baptism, Holy Orders and Anointing of the Sick

Confirmation, Marriage and Holy Orders

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.

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6. What are the 4 marks of the Church?

Prayer, love works and almsgiving

Faith, hope, love and charity

One, holy, catholic and apostolic

Temperance, justice, prudence and fortitude

Peace, love, charity and faith

The foundation of our Church is that it is one Body, established to give us holiness, it is universal and founded on the apostles.

Explanation

The foundation of our Church is that it is one Body, established to give us holiness, it is universal and founded on the apostles.

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7. Which sacraments(s) uses the Sacred Chrism oil?

Only Baptism & Confirmation

Only Baptism

Only Confirmation

Baptism, Confirmation and Holy Orders

None of the above

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.

Explanation

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.

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8. There are 7 holy days of obligation in the United States

True

False

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)

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9. Which of the following is not one of the four effects or original sin:

Our human nature was corrupted

Our will to do good was weakened

We have no control over our own desires

We have a strong inclination to do evil

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.

Explanation

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.

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10. The consecration of the Eucharist:

Can be performed by a Catholic priest/bishop or by a priest/bishop of an Eastern Orthodox church

Can be performed by a Catholic priest/bishop only if he celebrates Mass with at least two witnesses

Can be performed by Catholic priests/bishops and Anglican priests/bishops so long as they have the proper intention and pronounce the... 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

Can be performed by a Catholic priest/bishop but in emergency situations can be performed by a deacon

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.

Explanation

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.

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11. Purgatory is:

A state of purification for people who die in the state of grace but who do not die with complete... A state of purification for people who die in the state of grace but who do not die with complete love for God

A temporary state where sincere people who do not die in the state of grace get a second chance to... 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

A state of mild punishment for people who were not bad enough to go to hell and who were not... 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

A state of natural happiness where souls of unbaptized infants and morally good non-Christians will wait until they are judged... 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

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.

Explanation

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.

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12. The doctrine of the Immaculate Conception means:

Mary conceived Jesus immaculately in her womb, without the aid of a human father

Mary conceived Jesus immaculately in her womb, and he remained without sin

Mary was conceived immaculately in her mother's womb, without the aid of a human father

Mary was conceived immaculately in her mother's womb and was preserved from sin

Because of the Immaculate Conception is that Mary was able to live a sinless life.

Explanation

Because of the Immaculate Conception is that Mary was able to live a sinless life.

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13. The sacrament of anointing of the sick can be celebrated by:

Only the bishop

A bishop or priest

A bishop, priest or deacon

Normally by a bishop, priest or deacon but a layman can celebrate it in an emergency

Because the Anointing of the Sick includes confession it can only be celebrated by a priest/bishop

Explanation

Because the Anointing of the Sick includes confession it can only be celebrated by a priest/bishop

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14. Priestly celibacy is a doctrine of the faith that cannot be changed by the Church.

True

False

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.

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15. Which of the following is NOT a cardinal virtue?

Prudence

Charity

Fortitude

Justice

Charity is a theological virtue. Temperance is the 4th cardinal virtue

Explanation

Charity is a theological virtue. Temperance is the 4th cardinal virtue

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16. Which of the following is a defined Catholic dogma?

Limbo

Purgatory

Both limbo and purgatory

Priestly celibacy

None of the above

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.

Explanation

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.

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17. A deacon is:

Someone who cannot celebrate Mass because the bishop has not given him permission

A layman who may distribute Communion, marry people, baptize babies, and wear vestments

A man who has received the first degree of holy orders

Forbidden to hear confessions and give absolution except in emergency situations and in the absence of a priest

Both B and C

A deacon is not a layman rather is a clergy. They cannot celebrate Mass or hear confessions. Deacon is the first degree of Holy Orders

Explanation

A deacon is not a layman rather is a clergy. They cannot celebrate Mass or hear confessions. Deacon is the first degree of Holy Orders

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18. In the Mass

Jesus is symbolized by the bread and wine from the moment of consecration onward

Jesus is spiritually present along with the bread and wine once the consecration has occurred

Jesus is spiritually present when the community gathers in prayer under the leadership of the priest and ceases to be... 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

Jesus is really and truly present, and the bread and wine are not present, after the consecration

None of the above

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.

Explanation

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.

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19. The sacrament of confession:

Must include a confession of all your sins committed in order to be valid

Must be received by all Catholic adults at least once a year

Must be received before receiving Communion by anyone guilty of a mortal sin since his last confession

All of the above

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.

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