Year 8 Glossary Quiz

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This quiz will test your knowledge on the Glossary of Terms we have been learning over the course of this term. Good Luck!

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1.

Name the 3 factors needed to make up a community:
- A.
  
  It leads, it has people, it is in Australia
- B.
  
  It gathers, it has leaders, and it has rules
- C.
  
  It has rules, rulers, and those who are ruled
- D.
  
  It gets people together and shows them how to live
Correct Answer
B. It gathers, it has leaders, and it has rules

Explanation
The correct answer is "It gathers, it has leaders, and it has rules." This answer correctly identifies the three factors needed to make up a community. A community is formed when people are gathered together, there are leaders to guide and govern the community, and there are rules in place to establish order and harmony within the community. These factors are essential for the functioning and organization of any community, regardless of its location.

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2.

The Holy Trinity is made up of God, Jesus and the Holy Spirit.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
The Holy Trinity is a fundamental belief in Christianity that states that God exists in three persons: God the Father, Jesus Christ the Son, and the Holy Spirit. This concept is derived from various biblical passages and is considered a central doctrine in Christian theology. Therefore, the statement that the Holy Trinity is made up of God, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit is true.

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3.

What does the word repentance mean?
- A.
  
  To be sorry for committing sins
- B.
  
  To do the wrong thing
- C.
  
  To be rewarded in Heaven for good deeds
- D.
  
  To pray to God
Correct Answer
A. To be sorry for committing sins

Explanation
The word repentance means feeling remorse or regret for committing sins. It involves acknowledging wrongdoing and desiring to change one's behavior. It is a form of seeking forgiveness and making amends for one's actions.

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4.

If a Christian believes in God and is repentant, then they will go to _______ when they die.

Correct Answer
Heaven

Explanation
If a Christian believes in God and is repentant, they will go to Heaven when they die. This belief is rooted in Christian theology, which teaches that Heaven is the eternal dwelling place of God and the final destination for believers who have accepted Jesus Christ as their Savior. Christians believe that through faith and repentance, their sins are forgiven, and they are granted eternal life in the presence of God in Heaven.

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5.

Jesus called his special followers who began our Church:
- A.
  
  Disciples
- B.
  
  Fishermen
- C.
  
  Mates
- D.
  
  Apostles
Correct Answer
D. Apostles

Explanation
Jesus called his special followers who began our Church "Apostles". The term "Apostles" refers to the twelve chosen disciples of Jesus, who were specifically selected and commissioned by him to spread his teachings and establish the early Christian Church. These Apostles played a crucial role in the foundation and growth of the Church, carrying out Jesus' mission and spreading the message of Christianity to the world.

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6.

A "RITE" means that something is correct. For example, "I got all my questions rite in my Glossary Quiz today."
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
The explanation for the given correct answer, False, is that the statement is incorrect. The correct spelling of "rite" in the context provided should be "right," not "rite." "Rite" refers to a religious or ceremonial act, while "right" means correct or accurate. Therefore, the statement is false as it uses the incorrect spelling.

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7.

What is it called when we take God's name in vain?
- A.
  
  Swearing
- B.
  
  Laughing
- C.
  
  Blaspheming
- D.
  
  Lying
Correct Answer
C. Blaspheming

Explanation
Blaspheming refers to the act of disrespecting or showing contempt towards God or sacred things. It involves using God's name in a profane or irreverent manner. This can include cursing or using derogatory language towards God or religious beliefs. Blaspheming is considered offensive and disrespectful to those who hold religious beliefs, as it undermines the sanctity and reverence associated with God.

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8.

Mary MacKillop, Maximilian Kolbe, Ignatius Loyola and Francis Xavier are all ________, but Edmund Rice and Caroline Chisholm are not.

Correct Answer
Saints

Explanation
Mary MacKillop, Maximilian Kolbe, Ignatius Loyola, and Francis Xavier are all considered saints in the Catholic Church. Saints are individuals who have lived exemplary lives of holiness and have been recognized by the Church for their exceptional faith and virtue. They serve as role models and intercessors for believers. On the other hand, Edmund Rice and Caroline Chisholm are not recognized as saints, indicating that they have not gone through the process of canonization or have not been officially declared as saints by the Church.

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9.

The season in which we prepare ourselves for Easter is called:
- A.
  
  Advent
- B.
  
  Christmas
- C.
  
  Lent
- D.
  
  Liturgy
Correct Answer
C. Lent

Explanation
Lent is the correct answer because it refers to the season of preparation and reflection leading up to Easter in the Christian calendar. It is a period of forty days, excluding Sundays, and is characterized by fasting, prayer, and penance. During Lent, believers are encouraged to reflect on their own mortality, repentance, and the sacrifice of Jesus Christ. This season is observed by many Christian denominations as a time of spiritual growth and renewal in preparation for the celebration of Easter.

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Year 8 Glossary Quiz

Name the 3 factors needed to make up a community:

The Holy Trinity is made up of God, Jesus and the Holy Spirit.

What does the word repentance mean?

If a Christian believes in God and is repentant, then they will go to _______ when they die.

Jesus called his special followers who began our Church:

A "RITE" means that something is correct. For example, "I got all my questions rite in my Glossary Quiz today."

What is it called when we take God's name in vain?

Mary MacKillop, Maximilian Kolbe, Ignatius Loyola and Francis Xavier are all ________, but Edmund Rice and Caroline Chisholm are not.

The season in which we prepare ourselves for Easter is called: