Test 1: Shaping Relationships with God
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According to the provided content, how should our relationships be shaped?

  • In a way that is exactly outlined by God
  • In a manner that pleases societal expectations
  • In a way that prioritizes personal gain
  • In a manner of love (correct)

    • We become angels after death.

    False

    What does it mean to be 'poor in spirit'?

    To admit they need God and others, to not try to have a false image, and to admit weaknesses and strengths.

    The Incarnation refers to the Son of God coming 'in the ____'.

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

    Match the following terms with their definitions:

    <p>Virtue = Attitudes and habits that make us more likely to choose what is good Beatitude = Blessing or promise of true happiness Mourn = Empathetic; feel other people’s feelings Meek = Not trying to get your way by using physical, verbal, or emotional violence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the text say about the purpose of emotions/passions?

    <p>Emotions are gifts from God that help us make connections between the senses and the mind.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    We can control our emotions.

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

    What is the definition of a saint according to the provided information?

    <p>Anyone who is in Heaven or someone officially recognized by the Catholic Church (Hall of Fame) - Role Models</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is considered stealing?

    <p>Wasting resources and doing poor-quality work</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Private prayers should only ever be done in private and not in public.

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

    What is the 'Diabolical Sin' according to the text?

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

    A person who is pure of heart is also ______ because purity of heart is built on modesty.

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

    Match the following concepts with their descriptions:

    <p>Tithing = A custom of contributing a portion of income to a religious organization Fasting = An act of mourning, humility, and penitence Stewards = Those who manage things that are not their own Covet = To desire something that belongs to someone else</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the text say about lying?

    <p>All lies are sinful and damaging for individuals and society</p> Signup and view all the answers

    God’s judgment is purely motivated by anger.

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

    What is the root cause of hatred, dishonesty, and the desire to make others look bad?

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

    The ninth and tenth commandments forbid attitudes that lead people to break the other commandments and remind us that we will find satisfaction and true happiness only if our hearts are directed toward ______.

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

    When should one refrain from telling the truth according to the provided text?

    <p>When it breaks confidence, is destructive, or harms an individual's privacy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the provided content, what are the two purposes of genital sex?

    <p>Procreation and to share love</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Chastity is the same as virginity.

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

    What does it mean to be ‘poor in spirit’?

    <p>Being humble and recognizing that we need God.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Bishop's staff is called a ______.

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

    Which of the following best describes a moral decision?

    <p>Whenever one possible choice is more loving than another.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to St. Paul, our bodies are not connected to the body of Christ.

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

    What does the term 'magisterium' refer to within the Catholic Church?

    <p>The Pope and the bishops in their roles as teachers of faith.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The first teacher of virtues of faith, hope, and love is the ______.

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

    What does the Church say about gender preferences?

    <p>Any gender preference must do their best to be chaste.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Obeying parents is only necessary if it benefits the child specifically.

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

    What is the meaning of 'preferential option for the poor'?

    <p>To follow God’s example and give preferential love to the poor.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Greek word for 'obey' comes from the words for 'listening' and '______'.

    <p>answering the door</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their meanings:

    <p>Alpha = The beginning Omega = The end Prejudice = Pre-judge. Not taking time to know someone. Compassion = The ability to feel and act with and for others.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which commandment states, “You shall not kill”?

    <p>Fifth Commandment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Test 1: Shaping Relationships with God

    • Relationships with God should be formed through love, not a prescribed set of rules.
    • Christ's attitude was one of humility, acting as a friend who understands others' needs.
    • Virtue: Attitudes and habits that guide good choices, empowering self-control.
    • Poor in spirit: Recognizing one's reliance on God and others, embracing weaknesses and strengths.
    • Meekness: Avoiding violence (physical, verbal, emotional) to achieve one's goals.
    • Mourning: Showing empathy, sharing sadness with others.
    • Beatitudes: Blessings/promises of happiness, acting as life guidelines.
    • Beatitudes & Ten Commandments: Stepping stones to the kingdom of heaven, revealing true happiness.
    • Philippians: Jesus' humility in fulfilling others' needs.
    • Peacemakers: Bringing God's peace to the world, blessed by God.
    • Beatitudes' delivery method: Sermon on the Mount.
    • Good friend traits: Respect for another's dignity, feelings, values, needs.

    Test 2: Saints, Angels, Incarnation, and God's Communication

    • Saint: Recognized individual in Heaven, role model (Catholic Church). Two miracles required for saintly recognition.
    • Communion of Saints: Communicating with Heaven.
    • Angels: Not humans, different spiritual beings.
    • Incarnation: Jesus becoming human while remaining divine.
    • Purpose of Human Life: Knowing God.
    • God's Communication: Through personal interests.
    • Jesus' Eating Habits: Shared meals with all social classes breaking social norms.
    • Emotions/Passions: Gifts enabling connections between senses & mind. Neither good nor bad, but shaped by actions.
    • Intelligences: Linguistic, logical, spatial, physical, rhythmic, interpersonal, intrapersonal.
    • Fifth Commandment: Prohibition on killing.
    • St. Paul on the body: Human bodies are part of Christ's body and deserve respect and care.

    Test 3: Prayer, God's Judgment, and Moral Decision Making

    • Praying for Enemies: Fostering understanding and peace.
    • Prayer of Intercession: Seeking God's help for others.
    • "Poor in Spirit" Prayer: Humble and sincere, not showy.
    • Sharing God's Love: Possible.
    • Prayer of Petition, Thanksgiving, and Adoration: Seeking God’s help, gratitude, and praising God.
    • God’s Answer to Prayers: Beyond our expectations.
    • Moral Decision Making: Choosing loving actions, considering all options, and evaluating results.
    • Magisterium: Pope and bishops as faith teachers.
    • God's Speech: Catholic Church teachings.
    • Chastity vs. Virginity: Chastity: Controlling impulses, Virginity: no sex prior to marriage.
    • Human Sexuality: Gift for connection and love.
    • Conscience Development: Time, consideration, and reflection.
    • Peacemaking: Balancing assertiveness and empathy.
    • Scientific Argument for God: Universe's beginning and end indicate a creator.
    • First Commandment: Faithfulness to God.
    • Alpha and Omega: God as the beginning (alpha) and end (omega).
    • Abide: Conform actions to God's will.
    • Abide in Love: Love relationship with God.

    Test 4: Obedience, Family, and Common Good

    • Obedience: Listening to and acting upon authority, seeking wisdom.
    • Family: Basic unit of human life, first teachers of virtues.
    • Obeying Parents: When beneficial for both child and family.
    • Obeying: Listening and Responding with action to the will of an authority.
    • Fourth Commandment: Respect parents and authority figures.
    • Common Good: Conditions allowing maximum potential for all. Built on individual respect and peace.
    • Legitimate Authority: Recognized authority serving the common good.
    • God's Origin of all Authority.
    • Good Samaritan: Ignoring prejudices to offer help.
    • Thinking of Others: Treating others as equals and ourselves.
    • Prejudice: Preconceived judgment without knowledge.
    • Compassion: Feeling and acting with others.
    • Eye of the Needle: Difficulty of rich entering Heaven.
    • Preferential Option for the Poor: Favoring the destitute, mirroring God.
    • Just Living: Practicing righteousness (justice) in God's sight.
    • God's Revelation in Natural Law: Recognizing right/wrong through creation and conscience.
    • Dominion over Creation: Stewardship of God's creation.

    Test 5: Stewards, Lies, Truth, and Stealing

    • Seventh Commandment: Prohibiting unjust taking or keeping of possessions. It is right to do right; high quality work and fulfilling obligations.
    • Steward: Responsible caretaker—not owner—of resources belonging to God.
    • Truth vs. Lies: Lies harm trust and community, all lies are wrong.
    • Lying: Intentionally influencing someone to think or act in ways that differ from the truth.
    • Truth Telling: Exceptions exist, when sharing truth will lead to harm or violate privacy and trust.
    • Eighth Commandment: Forbids lying to others.
    • Stealing: Any action that unfairly takes, holds back, or damages another's resources. Includes wasting, poor work, low wages, withhold talents or goods.
    • Tithing: 10% contribution to religious organizations.

    Test 6: Fasting, Prayer, Purity, Covetousness, & Judgment

    • Fasting: Turning mind and heart to God, humility, and penitence.
    • Privacy in Prayer: Private prayers, remain sincere.
    • Envy: An unloving sin, leads to dishonesty.
    • Purity of Heart: Acting out of love for God and others, not for reward.
    • Modesty: Purity of heart trait, resisting self-promotion.
    • Confidentiality: Respecting others' private things.
    • Resisting False Appeal: Strength to challenge false needs.
    • Ninth and Tenth Commandments: Forbid coveting; leads towards focus on God.
    • God's Judgment: Responsive to sin, loving & compassionate.
    • Separation from God: Sin.

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    This quiz explores the key concepts of relationships with God through love, humility, and virtue, as highlighted in the teachings of Christ. It covers important spiritual guidelines such as the Beatitudes, emphasizing empathy, meekness, and the pursuit of peace. Test your understanding of these foundational principles and their application in daily life.

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