Chapter 7

Question 1

The State

Answer 1

A politically organized body of people under a system of government that usually occupies a defined territory

Question 2

Domestic Church

Answer 2

A phrase that describes the Christian family, the original cell of society where we first learn the faith

Question 3

Marriage

Answer 3

The union between one man and one woman that is unitive, indissoluble, faithful, and procreative

Question 4

Personal Responsibility

Answer 4

The acceptance of and accountability for the consequences of a person’s own freely made choices. Every person also possesses certain duties to the community and to contribute to the common good

Question 5

Participation

Answer 5

The voluntary and generous engagement of a person in social interchange and the promotion of the common good, each according to his position and role. This obligation is inherent in the dignity of the human person