Cardinal Virtues Vocab

Question 1

The four principal moral Virtues - prudence, temperance, justice, and fortitude - that help us live as children of God and from which the other moral virtues flow. We strengthen these good habits through God’s grace and our own effort

Answer 1

Cardinal Virtues

Question 2

Knowing what is right and good and choosing it. Prudence helps you be practical and make correct decisions on what is morally good, with the help of the Holy Spirit and a well-formed conscience

Answer 2

Prudence

Question 3

Keeping a balance in life. Temperance helps you use moderation, be disciplined, and have self-control

Answer 3

Temperance

Question 4

Giving to God and to each person their due. Justice helps you build up the community by respecting rights and promoting the common good

Answer 4

Justice

Question 5

Showing courage, especially in the face of evil. Fortitude gives you strength to get through difficult times and helps you not give up when doing good

Answer 5

Fortitude