50 Catholic Trivia Questions

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In St. John's Gospel, who is called the 'Word of God'?

Jesus

Who is called the patron saint of missions even though she never left her convent? (Select all that apply)

  • Saint Rita
  • Saint Therese (correct)
  • Saint Frances Xavier (correct)
  • Saint Anne

What future apostle stood by watching the stoning of the Church's first martyr, Stephen?

St. Paul

What colors are the papal flag?

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What station has been added recently to the Way of the Cross?

<p>Jesus' resurrection</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is the inspiring sister who won the Nobel Peace Prize for her work with the poor of India?

<p>Mother Teresa</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Easter duty' mean?

<p>Confession at least once a year</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who are the men in colorful costumes who have been responsible for the personal safety of the pope since 1506?

<p>The Swiss Guards</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is the saint who supposedly tamed a wild wolf?

<p>St. Francis</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the large, colored vestment the priest wears for mass?

<p>Chasuble</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which is the longest of the four Gospels?

<p>Matthew</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the small, round container that is used to bring consecrated hosts to the sick?

<p>Pyx</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many days after Easter does Pentecost occur?

<p>50 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the Gospel, how many times did Jesus speak when he was on the cross?

<p>7 statements</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which saint is petitioned in order to find a lost object?

<p>Saint Anthony</p> Signup and view all the answers

What man of God had so radiant a face after conversing with God that the people feared him?

<p>Moses</p> Signup and view all the answers

On what day do Catholics remember and pray especially for those who have died?

<p>November 2</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was St. Peter's name before Jesus changed it?

<p>Simon</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the study of the nature of God and religious truth called?

<p>Theology</p> Signup and view all the answers

What color vestment do priests wear during Advent and Lent?

<p>Purple</p> Signup and view all the answers

What apostle replaced Judas?

<p>Matthias</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the movement among Christian Churches to become united?

<p>Ecumenism</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are short stories Jesus used to teach and reveal religious truths?

<p>Parables</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who was both the first non-Italian pope since 1523 and the first Polish pope?

<p>John Paul II</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a stigmata?

<p>The wounds of Jesus (St. Francis and Padre Pio received them)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who climbed a tree to see Jesus?

<p>Zaccheus</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the name for the body of laws that govern the Church?

<p>Canon Law</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who are the Knights of Columbus?

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What is the sign in a church that the Blessed Sacrament is reserved there?

<p>The Sanctuary Lamp</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which famous Catholic explorer's ship was named Santa Maria after the Blessed Virgin Mary?

<p>Christopher Columbus</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the vessel called that is used to expose the Sacred Host for adoration?

<p>Monstrance</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the ceremonial hat of a bishop called?

<p>Miter</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Noah's ark a symbol of?

<p>The Church</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the title bestowed on a Roman Catholic Church because of its age or importance?

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What is the name of the unleavened bread used at the time of Jewish Passover?

<p>Manna</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the letters at the top of a crucifix mean?

<p>Jesus The Nazarene King of the Jews</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where did Moses die?

<p>Mount Nebo</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the staff used by a bishop as a symbol of office?

<p>Crossier</p> Signup and view all the answers

The shamrock is a symbol of what mystery?

<p>The Trinity</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the favorite word of the Church used especially during the Easter season?

<p>Alleluia</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are tools a symbol of St. Joseph?

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Flashcards

"Word of God"

A title for Jesus in St. John's Gospel.

St. Therese

Patron saint of missions. Remained in a convent.

St. Paul

Witnessed the stoning of St. Stephen.

Mother Theresa

Known for humanitarian work in India; Nobel Peace Prize winner.

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White and Yellow

Colors on the papal flag.

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Swiss Guards

Guards who protect the pope since 1506.

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Chasuble

Large vestment worn by priests during Mass.

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Sanctuary Lamp

Signifies the reserved Blessed Sacrament.

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"Easter Duty"

Confession at least once a year.

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Pentecost

Celebrated 50 days after Easter.

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Purple

Vestment color during Advent and Lent.

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Gospel of Matthew

Longest Gospel.

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Theology

The study of God's nature and religious truth.

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Ecumenism

Movement towards Christian unity.

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November 2

Catholics pray for the deceased.

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Simon

St. Peter's original name.

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Parables

Short stories used by Jesus to teach moral lessons.

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Stigmata

Wounds of Jesus received by saints.

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Canon Law

Body of laws governing the Church.

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"Basilica"

Title for historically significant churches.

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Zaccheus

Climbed a tree to see Jesus.

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Santa Maria

Ship named by Christopher Columbus in honor of the Blessed Virgin Mary.

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Monstrance

Vessel used to expose the Sacred Host.

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Miter

Bishop's ceremonial hat.

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Crosier

Staff symbolizing a bishop's office.

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Shamrock

Symbolizes the Holy Trinity.

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"Alleluiah"

Term favored during the Easter season.

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St. Anthony

Often petitioned for finding lost objects.

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Radiant Face

Face after talking with God.

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Manna

Unleavened bread during Jewish Passover.

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Study Notes

Key Figures and Saints

  • Jesus is referred to as the "Word of God" in St. John's Gospel.
  • Saint Therese is recognized as the patron saint of missions, despite never leaving her convent.
  • St. Paul witnessed the stoning of the Church's first martyr, Stephen.
  • Mother Theresa, noted for her humanitarian work in India, received the Nobel Peace Prize.

Papal and Church Symbols

  • The papal flag features the colors white and yellow.
  • The Swiss Guards have ensured the personal safety of the pope since 1506.
  • The large vestment worn by priests during Mass is called a chasuble.
  • The sanctuary lamp signifies the reserved Blessed Sacrament in a church.

Key Liturgical Concepts

  • "Easter duty" refers to the obligation of confession at least once a year.
  • Pentecost is celebrated 50 days after Easter.
  • Purple vestments are worn by priests during Advent and Lent.

Church History and Theology

  • The longest Gospel is the Gospel of Matthew.
  • Theology is the study of God's nature and religious truth.
  • The movement towards unity among Christian Churches is known as ecumenism.

Important Events and Traditions

  • Catholics pray for the deceased on November 2.
  • St. Peter's original name was Simon, changed by Jesus.
  • Parables are short stories used by Jesus to convey moral lessons.

Concepts and Items of Interest

  • The stigmata, which are the wounds of Jesus, have been received by saints such as St. Francis and Padre Pio.
  • Canon Law represents the body of laws governing the Church.
  • The title "Basilica" is used for churches of significant age or importance.

Miscellaneous Facts

  • Zaccheus climbed a tree to see Jesus.
  • Christopher Columbus, a notable explorer, named his ship Santa Maria in honor of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
  • A monstrance is the vessel used to expose the Sacred Host for adoration.

Symbols and Liturgical Items

  • A bishop's ceremonial hat is called a miter, and the staff symbolizing his office is known as a crosier.
  • The shamrock symbolizes the mystery of the Holy Trinity.
  • "Alleluiah" is a term favored by the Church, especially during the Easter season.

Other Notable Mentions

  • St. Anthony is often petitioned for finding lost objects.
  • Moses had a radiant face after conversing with God, leading people to fear him.
  • The unleavened bread during Jewish Passover is known as manna.
  • The letters at the top of a crucifix mean "Jesus of Nazareth, King of the Jews."

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