St. Pius X Church – Faith Formation

1

Multiple Choice

Two important concepts that are fundamental to understanding the liturgy and the Sacraments are _______.

D. actions and grace B. words and symbols A. symbols and rituals C. disposition and the Communion of Saints

2

Multiple Choice

What is the difference between a sign and a symbol, in terms of the Sacraments?

B. The words come from different language roots. C. A sign is a simple object that directly represents something else, and a symbol represents more than a physical reality and often has multiple, complex meanings. A. They are the same thing and are used interchangeably. D. Signs are actions, and symbols are words.

3

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of a covenant symbol found in sacramental rituals?

A. darkness D. statues C. fire B. consecration with oil

4

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of a nature symbol found in sacramental rituals?

A. laying on of hands D. the Sign of the Cross B. light C. icons

5

Multiple Choice

What do we mean when we say a Sacrament is efficacious?

A. The Sacrament effects change in us and in the world. D. all of the above B.The transforming grace of Christ's actions is poured into the hearts of participants. C. Jesus himself acts in and through the ritual.

6

Multiple Choice

What is a Sacrament?

C. a reminder of the life, ministry, and message of Jesus D. all of the above A. an efficacious sign of grace B. an avenue of grace instituted by Christ

7

Multiple Choice

Baptism, Confirmation, and the Eucharist are _______.

B. Sacraments of Christian Initiation C. Sacraments at the Service of Communion A. Sacraments of Healing D. none of the above

8

Multiple Choice

Holy Orders and Matrimony are _______.

A. Sacraments of Healing C. Sacraments at the Service of Communion D. none of the above B. Sacraments of Christian Initiation

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Multiple Choice

The Sacraments of Penance and Reconciliation and of Anointing of the Sick are _______.

D. none of the above A. Sacraments of Healing B. Sacraments of Christian Initiation C. Sacraments at the Service of Communion

10

Multiple Choice

Which of the following describes a sacramental?

A. an action or object that is sometimes accompanied by a special prayer D. all of the above C. a symbol or ritual that may help us to prepare for the Sacraments B. a symbol or ritual related to the Sacraments that was instituted by the Church, not by Christ

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Short Answer

What is grace, and what does it empower us to do? Name four kinds of grace and briefly describe each.

The Catholic Faith Handbook

Chapter 17: Introduction to the Sacraments