Catholic Education and Scripture Quiz

Unit One: Key Terms

• Basil Moreau: Founder of the Congregation of Holy Cross.
• Jacques Dujarie: Priest who started the Brothers of St. Joseph, later merging with Holy Cross.
• Brothers of St. Joseph/Josephites: Educational group founded by Dujarie, integrated into Holy Cross.
• Marianites: Women's branch of the Holy Cross Congregation.
• Edward Sorin: Holy Cross priest who established the University of Notre Dame, Indiana.
• C.S.C.: Abbreviation for Congregation of Holy Cross (Congregatio a Sancta Cruce).
• André Bessette: Holy Cross Brother and Saint, known for healing and devotion to St. Joseph.
• French Revolution: Period of upheaval in France (1789-1799), impacting the church.
• Holy Family and Connection to Holy Cross: Inspiration for community and education within the Holy Cross mission.
• Moreau Catholic High School (MCHS): Holy Cross high school in California.
• Prayer: Core practice in the Holy Cross tradition, fostering connection with God.

Unit One Trivia

• First Holy Cross College in the United States: University of Notre Dame.
• When did the first Holy Cross school open in France?: Targeted by anticlerical policies during the French Revolution.
• First Holy Cross School in France targeted by: Anti-clerical policies.
• When were girls added to MCHS?: 1969
• Sacred Seal of MCHS has 4 quadrants: Cross and Anchors (Faith), Fleur-de-lis (French heritage), Scales (Justice), Book (Knowledge).
• 4 Holy Cross Themes: Bringing Hope, Educating Hearts and Minds, Building Respect, Being Family.

Unit Two: Vocabulary

• Genesis: First book of the Bible, creation story.
• Exodus: Second book of the Bible, story of Moses and Israelites' liberation.
• Monotheism: Belief in one God.
• Polytheism: Belief in multiple gods.
• Atheist: One who denies the existence of God.
• Agnostic: One who is unsure about God's existence.
• Divine Revelation: God revealing himself to humanity.
• Sacred Scripture: The Bible.
• Salvation History: God's actions to save humanity.
• Canon: Official books of the Bible.
• Pentateuch/Torah: First five books of the Bible.
• Jewish Patriarchs: Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.
• Judge: Leaders in ancient Israel before the monarchy.
• Apostasy: Abandoning faith.
• Cycle of Sin: Pattern of sin, punishment, repentance, deliverance.
• Prophet: One who speaks for God.
• Covenant (definition): Sacred promise or agreement with God.
• Exile: Forced removal from the Holy Land.
• Temple: Center of Jewish worship.
• Holy Land: Land of Israel.
• Messiah (Jewish definition): Anointed one, savior of Israel.

Unit Three: Biblical Numbers

• 7: Creation contentment and completion
• 14: Baby Jesus

Unit 2 & 3 Trivia

• Where was Fr. Moreau from?: Le Mans, France.
• What did Fr. Moreau name his congregation after?: Sainte-Croix.
• What stage of sainthood is Father Moreau?: Beatified
• How was the church viewed during the French Revolution?: Oppressed, with clergy persecuted.
• Who did St. Andre pray to?: St. Joseph.
• Ave Crux Spes Unica: "Hail the Cross, Our Only Hope."
• In Tenebris Lux: "Light in Darkness."

Unit Two & Three - Jesus' Birth

• Matthew vs. Luke (Jesus' birth): Matthew focuses on Joseph, Magi, Herod and flight to Egypt; Luke focuses on Mary, shepherds, and the stable in Bethlehem.
• Advent: Preparation for Jesus's coming, relating to themes of hope, love, joy, and peace.
• Joseph's heroism (in the Nativity Story): portrayed by unwavering faith, humility, and selflessness, highlighted in the film. He is initially troubled by Mary's pregnancy, struggles with doubt and societal reputation, however he chooses to protect her and fulfill God's plan. Joseph's trust, dedication, and responsibility to his family and God are crucial elements of his heroism.