St. Pius X Church – Faith Formation

1

Multiple Choice

What is prayer?

D. A and C but not B A. only talking to God B. conversing with ourselves C. raising our mind and heart to God

2

Multiple Choice

In religious terms, our heart is _______.

D. none of the above B. a romantic state of being with God A. the muscular organ that pumps blood through our body C. our hidden center where our relationship with God unfolds

3

Multiple Choice

Humility means all of the following except _______.

C. acknowledging our weaknesses and sins D. acknowledging our gifts A. low self-esteem B. being honest about who we are

4

Multiple Choice

Who is called to prayer?

D. only ordained clergy B. only saints C. only religious men and women A. everyone

5

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true about prayer in the Old Testament?

C. It shows us how people are unworthy to pray to God. A. It shows us how people imposed their will on God. B. It reveals God's initiative, continually calling humankind deeper into relationship. D. It shows us that God was not listening.

6

Multiple Choice

What can we learn about prayer from the prayer of Jesus?

C. We must reconcile with and pray for those who persecute us. A. We must bring the correct attitude to prayer. B. We must undergo conversion, turning toward God. D. all of the above

7

Multiple Choice

How does God respond to our prayer?

D. He does not respond. A. He gives us everything we ask for. B. He gives us everything we need. C. He listens only when we have received absolution from sin.

8

Multiple Choice

Why do we pray to Mary?

D. B and C but not A A. Mary is a demigod who can grant some of our prayers. B. We acknowledge Mary's special role in God's plan. C. Mary sympathizes with our needs and brings them before God.

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Multiple Choice

All of the following statements explain why Mary is a model of prayer for us except _______.

D. that Mary taught us that God is worthy of our complete trust A. that her heart was attuned to the will of God the Father C. that Jesus told his disciples that Mary would guide them after his death B. that her yes to God's messenger showed us what it means to belong wholly to God

10

Multiple Choice

Which of the following can inspire our prayer life?

B. our families C. Scripture D. all of the above A. the saints

11

Short Answer

How did you learn to pray? What is one thing you can start doing to deepen your prayer relationship with God?

The Catholic Faith Handbook

Chapter 33: Introduction to Prayer