1. Christianity in Britain

Question 1

Who is considered the patron saint of England?

Answer 1

Saint Augustine of Canterbury

Question 2

What is martyrdom?

Answer 2

The act of dying for one’s faith.

Question 3

True or False: Saint Alban is recognized as the first British martyr.

Answer 3

True

Question 4

Fill in the blank: The __________ is a major church building used for Christian worship.

Answer 4

cathedral

Question 5

What is the significance of stained glass windows in cathedrals?

Answer 5

They depict biblical stories and saints.

Question 6

Which Christian denomination primarily celebrates the Mass?

Answer 6

Roman Catholic Church

Question 7

What does the term ‘Christian Year’ refer to?

Answer 7

The annual cycle of liturgical events in Christianity.

Question 8

Name one major feast day in the Christian Year.

Answer 8

Christmas

Question 9

What architectural feature is commonly found in Gothic cathedrals?

Answer 9

Pointed arches

Question 10

True or False: The layout of a church typically includes a nave, chancel, and aisles.

Answer 10

True

Question 11

What is the purpose of the altar in a church?

Answer 11

It is the table where the Eucharist is celebrated.

Question 12

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a denomination? A) Anglican B) Lutheran C) Cathedral

Answer 12

C) Cathedral

Question 13

What is the role of a bishop in the church?

Answer 13

To oversee a diocese and perform sacraments.

Question 14

Fill in the blank: The __________ is the central part of the church where the congregation gathers.

Answer 14

nave

Question 15

What does the term ‘liturgy’ refer to?

Answer 15

A form or formulary according to which public religious worship is conducted.

Question 16

True or False: All Christian denominations have the same view of the Eucharist.

Answer 16

False

Question 17

What is a common theme depicted in cathedral stained glass windows?

Answer 17

Biblical narratives

Question 18

What is the significance of the Feast of All Saints?

Answer 18

It honors all saints, known and unknown.

Question 19

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a major season in the Christian Year? A) Lent B) Harvest C) Winter

Answer 19

A) Lent

Question 20

What is a ‘chancel’ in a church?

Answer 20

The area around the altar, reserved for clergy and choir.

Question 21

Fill in the blank: The __________ is a ceremonial meal that commemorates the Last Supper.

Answer 21

Eucharist

Question 22

True or False: The Anglican Church is a Protestant denomination.

Answer 22

True

Question 23

What is the historical significance of Saint Alban?

Answer 23

He was the first recorded martyr in Britain.

Question 24

What does ‘sacrament’ mean in a Christian context?

Answer 24

A religious ceremony or act regarded as an outward and visible sign of inward and spiritual divine grace.

Question 25

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a characteristic of Gothic cathedrals? A) Flat roofs B) Flying buttresses C) Round arches

Answer 25

B) Flying buttresses

Question 26

What role do glass windows play in the narrative tradition of the church?

Answer 26

They serve to educate the illiterate about biblical stories.

Question 27

Fill in the blank: The __________ of a church is typically oriented towards the east.

Answer 27

altar

Question 28

What is the purpose of the homily during Mass?

Answer 28

To explain the readings from Scripture and apply them to life.

Question 29

True or False: The Catholic Church recognizes seven sacraments.

Answer 29

True

Question 30

What is the significance of the Advent season?

Answer 30

It prepares Christians for the celebration of Christmas.

Question 31

Multiple Choice: The term 'denomination' refers to: A) A type of church B) A branch of Christianity C) A specific sacrament

Answer 31

B) A branch of Christianity

Question 32

What does the term 'liturgical color' refer to?

Answer 32

Colors used in church vestments and decorations that signify different seasons or occasions.

Question 33

Fill in the blank: The __________ is often a place for baptism in a church.

Answer 33

font

Question 34

What is the role of music in the Mass?

Answer 34

To enhance worship and express the community's faith.

Question 35

True or False: The Protestant Reformation led to the creation of new Christian denominations.

Answer 35

True

Question 36

What is the significance of Lent in the Christian Year?

Answer 36

It is a period of fasting and penance leading up to Easter.

Question 37

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a major Christian holiday? A) Thanksgiving B) Easter C) New Year

Answer 37

B) Easter

Question 38

Fill in the blank: The __________ is the part of the church where the clergy typically sit.

Answer 38

chancel

Question 39

What is the purpose of confession in the Catholic Church?

Answer 39

To seek forgiveness for sins.

Question 40

True or False: The Orthodox Church has a different calendar from the Catholic Church.

Answer 40

True

Question 41

What does the term 'vestments' refer to?

Answer 41

The ceremonial clothing worn by clergy during services.

Question 42

What is the significance of the Ascension in the Christian faith?

Answer 42

It commemorates Jesus' ascension to heaven.

Question 43

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a type of church layout? A) Cruciform B) Circular C) Triangular

Answer 43

C) Triangular

Question 44

Fill in the blank: The __________ is a prayer that is central to the Mass.

Answer 44

Our Father

Question 45

What are stained glass windows made out of?

Answer 45

Stained glass windows are made out of colored glass pieces joined together by lead came or copper foil.