Religion Final Exam Flashcards

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What is the study of the life and work of Christ called?

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Christiology

Christiology is a branch of theology focused on the nature and work of Jesus Christ.

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What does the term ‘theology’ refer to?

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The study of God

Theology encompasses various disciplines that explore the nature of the divine.

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What is the origin of the word ‘bible’?

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Comes from the Greek biblie or holy book

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What does the term ‘gospel’ mean?

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Good News

The term ‘gospel’ is often used to describe the message of salvation and the accounts of Jesus’ life.

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What does the term ‘synoptic’ mean in relation to the Gospels?

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Seeing Together

The synoptic Gospels (Matthew, Mark, and Luke) share similar content and structure.

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In Christian Art, who is represented by ‘The Winged Man’?

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St. Matthew

This representation symbolizes the human aspect of Christ.

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In Christian Art, who is represented by ‘The Winged Lion’?

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Mark the Evangelist

The lion symbolizes courage and the resurrection of Christ.

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In Christian Art, who is represented by ‘The Winged Ox’?

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Saint Luke

The ox symbolizes sacrifice and service.

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In Christian Art, who is represented by ‘The Eagle’?

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St. John

The eagle represents the divine and the heavenly nature of Christ.

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What term often refers to the authors of the Gospels?

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Evangelists

The Evangelists are traditionally considered to be Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John.

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Who was the King of Palestine during the time of Jesus’ birth?

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Herod the Great

Herod the Great is known for his role in the biblical narrative surrounding the birth of Jesus.

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Who was the King of Palestine during Jesus’ death?

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Herod Antipas

Herod Antipas played a significant role in the trial and crucifixion of Jesus.

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What is the season of waiting for the birth of Jesus?

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Advent

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What color represents royalty in the advent candles?

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Purple

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What color represents happiness, joy, and excitement in the advent candles?

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Pink candle

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In which season was Jesus born?

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Late spring

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Who is the creator of the nativity scene?

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Francis of Assisi

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What is a symbol of kingship?

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Crown

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What is a sign that Jesus was divine?

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could perform miracles

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What is a sign that Jesus was human?

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Born to a mother, had temptation, had hunger, and died

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Who baptized Jesus?

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John the Baptist

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Where was Jesus’ baptism located?

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Jordan River

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Who recognized Jesus as the Messiah in the temple when he was a baby?

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Two people

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What is one who learns from a teacher called?

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Disciple

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What is one who is sent on a mission called?
Missionary
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What must we do to guide children?
Must guide the children and show them how to be successful adults
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What is a choice or act that violates our relationships?
Being rude
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What does it mean to choose to hurt our relationships?
Damage them with hurt
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What is a choice/action that cuts one off from self, God, others, or nature?
A choice/action that cuts one off from self, God, others or nature
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What does the word 'saint' mean?
holy one
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What is regarded as the perfection of Baptism?
Confirmation ## Footnote People normally receive this when they are a teenager.
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What is the covenant between two people?
Marriage
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What is the term for when someone becomes a deacon, priest, or Bishop?
Holy Orders
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What is the Sacrament of Confession?
Reconciliation
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What is one of the last sacraments a person will receive, relating to spiritual healing before death?
Anointing of the Sick
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Way we see ourselves
Self-Perception
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Who is responsible for meeting the physical needs of a child?
The caregiver
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What must a responsible adult do in managing the family?
Handle with responsibillity
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What must a responsible adult do regarding household rules?
Make and enforce the rules
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What is a wreath of Roses?
A decorative arrangement of roses, often used in religious contexts.
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What is the significance of the Rosary?
We pray it over 50 times
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What are holy moments in the lives of Mary and Jesus?
significant events
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What does the 'I believe' prayer express?
It expresses the traditions and beliefs that are at the heart of the faith.
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What is a general term for any object that represents something else?
Sign.
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What is a symbol?
A sign that operates on many levels and has more than one meaning. ## Footnote Example: Water, hockey logos.
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What are rituals?
Symbols in action.
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What draws us closer to God?
Any action, object, or prayer in the broadest sense.
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What are the seven specific religious ceremonies of faith?
They are sacraments.
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What is the first of the sacraments?
Baptism; water is used in this sacrament.
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What event is related to the Last Supper?
When Jesus broke bread.
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Who was the first female disciple of Jesus to know the body was missing from the tomb?
Mary Magdalene
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What is the term for disrespectful language directed at God?
Blasphemy
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What event marks Jesus' return to heaven after visiting his friends?
The Ascension
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What did I need to believe in Jesus' resurrection?
Physical proof
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What event is considered the birth of the Christian Church?
Pentecost
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What refers to both the divine and human nature of Jesus?
Son of god, but also tempted and died
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What is the term for when God came to the people in human form?
Incarnation
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What is the visit of the Angel Gabriel to Mary called?
Annunciation
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What means having 'no fault'?
Immaculate
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What refers to Mary being born without Original Sin?
Immaculate Conception
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What refers to Mary's Body and Soul being united in Heaven?
Assumption
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What sacrament began at the Last Supper on Holy Thursday?
Breaking bread
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What is the garden where Jesus prayed before being arrested?
Garden of Gethsemane
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What was the 'betrayal signal'?
A kiss
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Who were the high priests involved in Jesus' trial?
Annas and Caiaphas
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Who was released instead of Jesus?
Barabbas
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Who sentenced Jesus to death and washed his hands?
Pontius Pilate
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Where was Jesus crucified?
Skull Hill (Golgotha)
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Who is the apostle that betrayed Jesus?
Judas
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Who is the apostle that denied knowing Jesus three times?
Peter
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How was Jesus killed?
Crucifixion
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What day did Jesus die on the cross?
Good Friday
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What is the greatest celebration in the Christian Church?
The day Jesus rose from the dead (Easter)
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What is a type of Prayer giving thanks to God for the gifts we have in our lives?
Thanksgiving
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What is a type of Prayer asking for God's help?
Intercession
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What are prayers that are your own called?
Free prayer
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What are prayers that are traditional in nature with set words called?
Fixed prayer ## Footnote Example: The Our Father
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What is the word for a Jewish burial cloth?
Shroud
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What is the study of Mary called?
Mariology
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Who is Mary's cousin and the mother of John the Baptist?
Elizabeth
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What is the spiritual preparation for Easter that lasts 40 days?
Lent
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Who are individuals that can see Marian apparitions?
Visionaries
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What day did Jesus ride into Jerusalem on a donkey, with people laying palms on the ground?
Palm Sunday
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What is a Jewish feast dating back to the time of Moses?
Passover
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What is a plausible story with a moral or lesson?
Parable
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What type of love is based on companionship?
Companionable love
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What type of love is based on a sexual sense?
Eros
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What type of love is referred to as family love?
Storge
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What type of love is known as friendship?
Philia
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What is the love of charity, involving the caring and concern of others?
Agape ## Footnote The type of love Jesus stressed
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What type of parable lets us have some idea of what God is like?
Window parable
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What type of parable allows us to see ourselves or our behavior reflected?
Mirror parable
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What is a type of prayer to give praise to God as a good and powerful God?
Adoration
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What type of prayer is about what we have done wrong and needing forgiveness?
Contrition/Forgiveness
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What type of prayer gives thanks to God for the gifts we have in our lives?
Thanksgiving