DIOCESAN RELIGION BEE SAMPLE QUESTIONS FOR ROUNDS ONE AND TWO GRADES SIX, SEVEN, AND EIGHT

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1 DIOCESAN RELIGION BEE SAMPLE QUESTIONS FOR ROUNDS ONE AND TWO GRADES SIX, SEVEN, AND EIGHT 1. What is the work of the whole Church, celebrant, all the people, with Jesus Christ as the Head? Liturgy 2. What do we call the union of all those already in Heaven, those who are in Purgatory, and all those here on earth trying to live according to God s ways? The Communion of Saints 3. What are the two sources of divine revelation? Sacred Scripture and Sacred Tradition 4. In what season of the liturgical year do we reflect on the people in the Old Testament who waited so long for the Promised Messiah? Advent 5. What is faith? Faith is belief and trust in God 6. What prophet do we especially hear from during Advent? Isaiah 7. Who has spoken through the prophets? The Holy Spirit 8. What are the two main parts of the Bible? The Old Testament and the New Testament 9. What is the goal and hope of all human beings? Heaven 10. Who blesses the Chrism Oil used for Confirmation? The Bishop 1

2 11. The Acts of the Apostles is Part Two of what Gospel? Luke 12. Who is the Promised One? Jesus 13. What is the special agreement that God made with Moses on Mt. Sinai whereby God promised to always protect His people and help them to live in freedom, and the Israelites promised to live according to the Ten Commandments? Covenant 14. Who is the model for all Christians? Mary, the Blessed Mother 15. Which parable teaches us about the sacrament of Reconciliation? The Prodigal Son 16. Who guides us so we can know the truth of Sacred Scripture and Sacred Tradition? The Magisterium 17. What kind of angel protects and guides us? Our guardian angel 18. What changed the apostles from being fearful about carrying out the mission that Jesus left for them before He returned to His Father in Heaven? The coming of the Holy Spirit 19. In what sacrament do we receive spiritual help to overcome our sins, weaknesses and failures? Reconciliation/Penance 20. What do we call the free giving of food, money, and clothing to the poor? Almsgiving 21. The ability to choose right or wrong which gives us moral responsibility. Free will 22. What is a form of silent prayer in which we engage our thoughts, imagination and emotions to understand a Scripture passage or other spiritual matter called? Meditation 23. During what liturgical season do the Gospels show us Jesus in His risen body? Easter 2

3 24. What was a beautiful chest containing the Tablets of the Ten Commandments in the Old Testament called? Ark of the Covenant 25. What was the message of Ezekiel s famous vision of dry bones? Restoration of Israel 26. What was Isaiah s response to God s call? Here I am, send me 27. What did Jesus foretell would be destroyed? The Temple 28. On what day do we celebrate the assumption of the body and soul of Mary into heaven? August 15, Assumption of Mary 29. Who was the 2nd King of Israel, defeated Goliath the giant Philistine with a slingshot and composed many of the psalms? King David 30. Name two Corporal Works of Mercy. Feed the hungry; give drink to the thirsty; clothe the naked,; visit the imprisoned; shelter the homeless; visit the sick; bury the dead 31. What is meant by Jesus giving his whole life to save us? That we will one day live with Him in heaven 32. What sacrament strengthens those who are ill and prepares for our final encounter with Jesus? Anointing of the sick 33. What is the meaning of adding of a few drops of water to the wine in the chalice just before the Consecration? The wine symbolizes Christ s divinity and the water symbolizes our humanity. We share in Christ s divine life. 34. How did the risen Jesus show his disciples that He was not a ghost? By sharing a meal with them 35. What was the essence of Mary s message at Fatima? To pray the rosary for peace 3

4 36. What image did Jesus use to describe the kingdom of God as the smallest of seeds which grows into a large plant? A mustard seed 37. It was in the context of this celebration that Jesus gave us Himself in Holy Communion for the first time? Passover 38. What gives the priest the authority to forgive sins in confession? The sacrament of Holy Orders 39. What part of the Mass symbolizes our giving of our lives to God in the offering of bread and wine and the money we place in the basket? Presentation of the Gifts 40. Where in the Gospel of Matthew do we understand that whatever we do to anyone, we are doing to Jesus? Matthew 25: What do we call what the apostles told about what Jesus said and did? Oral tradition 42. During which part of the Mass is the death and resurrection of Christ made present again and the bread and wine become the Body and Blood of Christ? Liturgy of the Eucharist 43. Whose people s faith is lived as a response to God s revelation as found in the Old Testament? Jewish People 44. By whom and when were the Mysteries of Light of the Rosary introduced? Pope John Paul II in October On what feast do we recall the time when Mary first heard that she would be the mother of the Promised Messiah? Annunciation 46. Jesus promised his Church that where how many are gathered together in His name, He would always be in their midst? Two or more 47. What does fear of the Lord mean? Being reverent towards God 48. What is the Hebrew word that means anointed one sometimes used when referring to Jesus? 4

5 Messiah 49. In what part of the Mass do we have the readings from Sacred Scripture? Liturgy of the Word 50. Who baptized Jesus? John the Baptist 51. Who was a martyr, saint and military leader acting under God s inspiration, who led the French Army to victory over the British during the Hundred Years War at the age of 18? She is the patroness of soldiers and of France? St. Joan of Arc 52. What do we call the sin of the first man and woman, Adam and Eve, passed on to all people through which we are weakened in our ability to resists sin? Original Sin 53. Name 2 of the 7 themes of Catholic Social Teaching? Life and dignity of the human person; the call to family, community and participation; rights and responsibilities of the human person; option for the poor and vulnerable; dignity of work and the right of workers; solidarity of the human family; care for God s creation 54. What beatitude speaks about forgiving others and not taking revenge on those who hurt us? Blessed are the merciful for they will be shown mercy. 55. What is the key message of all the prophets? Repentance and reform 56. Why was Cain upset with his brother Abel? Cain was jealous because he thought that God favored Abel 57. What happened to the prophet Daniel s friends who would not worship the false gods of King Nebuchadnezzar? They were thrown into a blazing furnace 58. Jesus said that the kingdom of God was like a person finding what in a field? Buried treasure 59. Ezekiel was a prophet and what else? a priest 60. Who became the first King of Israel? Saul 5

6 61. With whose help did Saul regain his sight and become baptized? Ananias 62. How did the very first Christians in Jerusalem worship God on Sunday? They attended the Temple together to hear the Word of God and then gathered in their homes for the breaking of bread (the liturgy of the Eucharist) Acts 2: What do we call the effort to bring about unity among Christian churches? Ecumenism 64. What is the sacrament that increases and deepens our baptismal grace and calls us to spread and defend our faith in word and action? Confirmation 65. Who was the prophet that prepared the Israelites while in exile in Babylon for the destruction of Jerusalem, but then he became the prophet marked for his stress on the promise of salvation in a new covenant that was coming? Ezekiel 66. What is the prayer that reminds us that Mary is always ready to intercede for us if we approach her with love and a desire to do God s will? Memorare 67. What beatitude emphasizes our need to depend on God and make God more important that anyone or anything else in our lives? Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of God. 68. What is the most important prayer found in the Old Testament and which Jesus uses when He answers the Pharisee when asked which is the greatest commandment in the law? Shema (Deuteronomy 6:4) Hear, O Israel the Lord is our God You shall love the Lord, your God, with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your strength 69. When Jesus comes again who will be judged? The living and the dead 70. Who are those ordained who take care of the needs of the community and assist the priest? Deacons 71. What was Jesus prayer on the cross? Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do. 72. In what liturgical season are we especially called to change our lives in order to better live daily as followers of Jesus? Lent 6

7 73. What is an essential aspect of our getting to know the Bible? That its message affects the way we live our daily lives 74. What began with the Protestant Reformation and is a form of Christianity? Protestantism 75. What is the meaning in the Apostles Creed of the words, he descended into hell? After Jesus died on the cross, he went to gather all those who had died and had lived good lives to now be able to share with him eternal happiness in heaven. 76. What often sadden Jesus about his followers? Their fear 77. What is the most important action of Baptism? The immersion in or pouring of water 78. What amazed Jesus about the Roman centurion who asked Jesus to heal his child? His great faith 79. What two cities were destroyed in Abraham s time because of their great wickedness? Sodom and Gomorrah 80. What four sacraments use oil in their celebration? Baptism, Confirmation, Holy Orders, and Anointing of the Sick 81. Who was one of the 7 men chosen to be deacons and then was the first one to be stoned to death for faith in Jesus? Stephen 82. What do we call that part of the Mass in which we offer prayers for the needs of the Church, civil leaders, the sick and the dead? Prayer of the Faithful or General Intercessions 83. According to Matthew, where did Jesus teach the people and proclaim the kingdom of God? In the synagogues 84. Who is called to follow Jesus? All people 85. One aspect of sin is choosing to do wrong, what is the other aspect? Choosing not to do the good that we could or should do. 7

8 86. When the Christians were being persecuted by the Romans for at least 300 years, where did they celebrate Mass? In the underground catacombs in Rome 87. What is the Source and Summit of our faith The Holy Eucharist 88. What is the name of the inner voice that tells us what is good and what is evil? Conscience 89. What is any intentional thought, word, deed or omission that breaks God's law called? Sin 90. What is the little container called that carries the Eucharist to the sick or dying? Pyx 91. What symbolizes baptism in the story of Noah? The flood waters 92. Who is the Mohawk Indian, born in Auriesville, NY, baptized at the age of 20 and died at the age of 24. Her decision to become Catholic Christian angered her tribe. She suffered much for her faith. St. Kateri Tekakwitha 93. Who said the words found in Luke 1:38, Behold, I am the handmaid of the Lord. May it be done to me according to your word and on what occasion? Mary, when the Angel Gabriel brought God s message that she had been chosen to be the Mother of the Promised Savior. 94. What prayer of sorrow is recited by the penitent during the Sacrament of Penance? Act of Contrition 95. What did Jesus use many times in his preaching to help his hearers understand His messages? Parables 96. What is The Mystery of Faith we proclaim immediately after the Consecration of the bread and wine? It is the mystery or miracle that after the words of Consecration the bread and wine actually become the Body and Blood of Christ. 97. What do we call the part of the Mass when the priest repeats the words over the bread and the wine that Jesus used at the Last Supper? Consecration 8

9 98. Essentially, why is there so much evil and suffering in the world? God created us with a free will to choose between good and evil. 99. In the Gospel of John 10:11-15, what is the beautiful image that Jesus gives of Himself which gives us great comfort? Good Shepherd 100. What sacrament is called the door to the other sacraments? Baptism 101. What do we call the persons that God called to be his messengers calling the people back to faithfully live their covenant promises? Prophets 102. What prayers did Jesus pray that are an essential part of Mass? The Psalms 103. This is a Greek word meaning Letter or message. Epistle 104. What was the name of the garden where Jesus was arrested? Gethsemane 105. According to Luke, when Jesus died, what happened at the Temple? The veil was torn down the middle 106. Jesus told the disciples He would send the Holy Spirit to teach them; what other name is the Holy Spirit known by? The Paraclete 107. According to Isaiah, why did the Northern Kingdom of Israel collapse? Because the people turned away from God 108. What did Joseph do during the 7 years of famine in Egypt? Distributed rations of goods to all the people 109. Which prophet speaks of a time when the instruments of war will be turned into tools of peace? Isaiah 110. What language was the New Testament originally written in? Greek 9

10 111. What is the gesture at Mass that expresses the peace and unity we should have within ourselves, with one another and with God as prepare to receive Jesus in Holy Communion? The sign of peace 112. How many Corporal Works of Mercy are there? Seven 113. Who is the Holy Family? Jesus, Mary, and Joseph 114. Whose image are Adam and Eve created in? God s image 115. What is the most important effect of the sacrament of Confirmation? The full outpouring of the Holy Spirit 116. How is prayer best described? A personal relationship or friendship with God 117. What title of Jesus especially makes us realize that Jesus is the Divine Son of God? Lord 118. One of the purposes of this sacrament is to help one another live according to God s ways and ultimately live with Him one day in heaven? Marriage 119. How did Ezekiel first receive the word of God? By eating a scroll God gave him 120. Which disciple took charge of Saul and after accompanied him during many of his journeys? Barnabas 121. Who consented to Stephen s being stoned to death and tried to destroy the church by persecuting the disciples? Saul 122. What do we call the stories that Jesus told to teach a special lesson or meaning? Parables 123. What short prayer do we say or sing that indicates that Jesus is the new Passover Lamb who sacrifices his life on the cross to free us of our sins? Lamb of God, you take away the sins of the world, have mercy on us. 10

11 124. According to Luke, who ran to Jesus tomb after receiving word from the women that Jesus was not there? Peter 125. What provides a firm foundation for our living as Catholic Christians? The Ten Commandments and the Beatitudes 126. What is something especially blessed and set aside for God called? Consecrated 127. Name 3 of the Luminous Mysteries of the Rosary. Baptism of Jesus, Wedding at Cana, Proclamation of the kingdom, Transfiguration and Institution of the Eucharist What is an example of prejudice? Treating others unfairly because they are from another country 129. Why do we say that the Bible is a book made up of many books? It is made up of 73 books 130. What did Jeremiah warn the Israelites not to do? Serve strange gods 131. What false image did the people worship while they waited impatiently for Moses to return from the mountain? The golden calf 132. Why is Mary the model for all Christians? Because she always did God s will with faith and trust 133. What sign made the angel of death passover the home of the Israelites? The sprinkling of the lintels and doorposts with blood 134. The book of readings from Scripture, arranged according to what readings are to be read at any particular Mass throughout the year is called? The Lectionary 135. What did God do to the people of Babel? Confused their language 136. Who was the High Priest at the time of Jesus arrest? Caiaphas 11

12 137. With which apostle did Jesus get angry and say: Get behind me, Satan? Peter 138. Who suggested the idea to deceive Isaac and even helped Jacob seek his father s blessing and inheritance? Rebecca 139. Amos was a prophet and what else? a shepherd 140. What part of the Mass brings the Liturgy of the Word to a close? The General Intercessions or Prayer of the Faithful 141. What does it mean in the Creed when we say that we believe that the Church is apostolic? The faith we profess and practice is built on the faith practiced by the Apostles 142. What did Jesus tell us to seek first? The kingdom of God 143. What promises are renewed at the Easter Vigil to strengthen faith? Baptism 144. What do we call a follower of Jesus who dies for his or her faith? Martyr 145. Why does the bishop lay his hands over those to be confirmed? The bishop prays that the Holy Spirit will come upon that and that the candidates will receive the gifts of the Holy Spirit What is the word used to refer to God making Himself known to us? Revelation 147. What are the four liturgical colors the Church uses? Purple, Green, White, and Red 148. According to the Gospel of John, why was Jesus deeply troubled at the Last Supper? He knew that Judas was about to betray Him On what mountain did Elijah defeat the false gods? Mt. Carmel What were the Israelites commanded to do every seven years? Forgive all debts 12

13 150. Who was the Pharisee who criticized Jesus for letting a sinful woman anoint Jesus feet with ointment? Simon 151. Name the 6 Holy Days of Obligation. Christmas, December 25; Mary Mother of God, January 1; Ascension Thursday, 40 days after Easter; Assumption of Mary into Heaven, August 15; All Saints, November 1; Immaculate Conception, December Fire and dove are symbols of what Sacrament? Confirmation 153. What do we call the turning away from sin and toward a life in Christ? Conversion 154. What is the Eucharist called when it is received by a person preparing for death and the hope of eternal life? Viaticum 155. Who was the Bishop of Philadelphia, founded the first Catholic diocesan school system in the US and was the first American bishop to be canonized? St. John Neumann 156. What is the name of the oil that is used in the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick? Oleum infirmorum (oil of the sick) 157. What do we call the avoidance of a particular kind of food as an act of penance or spiritual discipline; or the avoidance of meat on certain days? Abstinence 158. What prophet told God he was too young to do what God was asking of him? Jeremiah 159. What Gospel begins by saying that the Word of God existed before Jesus was born in Bethlehem? John 160. What is the last book of the Old Testament? Malachi 161. In early biblical times, priests offered the blood of animals for worship. What does Jesus offer for sacrifice? His own blood 13

14 162. Which mark of the Church describes its connection to the apostles and their mission? Apostolic 163. The sacrament whereby a man is ordained a priest or permanent deacon? Holy Orders 164. Euthanasia or mercy killing violates which Commandment? 5 th Commandment: Thou shall not kill What do we call one of the oldest forms of praying with Scripture? Lexio Divina 166. Who was the prophet who was taken to Babylon, remained determined to live by God s law even in a distant land? Because of his fidelity he was put in a lion s den to be devoured but an angel of God spared him? Daniel 167. The only way to truly be forgiven for mortal sin is to receive what sacrament? Reconciliation also called Penance 168. Essentially what is the goal of Christian morality? To live and love as Jesus did 169. What prophet had his words written down to warn the people to turn away from their evil ways? Jeremiah 170. What is the Sunday during Advent called when the priest usually wears rose-colored vestments? Gaudete Sunday 171. What is the New Commandment or Law that Jesus gave us in the Gospel of John Love one another as I love you. (John 15:12) 172. What do we call a person who denies the existence of God? Atheist 173. Who are the parents of St. John the Baptist? Elizabeth and Zechariah 174. What do we call the books in the New Testament that tell us about how the Church was established in different parts of the then known world? Letters of St. Paul 14

15 175. According to the Acts of the Apostles, what was the great force behind the spread of Christianity from Jerusalem to Rome? The Holy Spirit 176. What did Salome ask for as a reward for dancing for Herod? John the Baptist s head on a Plate 177. In which book of the New Testament do we find an account about the descent of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost? The Acts of the Apostles 178. When Jesus asked Peter, Who do you say that I am, what was Peter s answer? You are the Messiah 179. Why did the Israelites make a golden calf to worship? Because of Moses long delay 180. Luke s Gospel is the first part about salvation through Jesus, what is the second part? Acts of the Apostles 181. Where were the disciples first called Christians? Antioch 182. What was Moses reaction when God first appeared to him on the mountain? He was afraid 183. The proclamation of the Good News of Jesus and the love of God through word and witness is called? Evangelization 184. How did God provide Elijah with food? Ravens brought him food 185. What parable tells the story about a man who took care of someone who had been robbed and beaten by thieves? The Good Samaritan 186. What saint was originally Jewish (known as Edith Stein), then became an atheist, and finally became Catholic and then became a Carmelite Sister. She was arrested by the Nazis in 1942 and sent to Auschwitz concentration camp where she died in the gas chambers. St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross 187. Who is known as the intercessor and advocate in heaven for a nation, a place, a certain craft, or a person? 15

16 Patron saint 188. What is a biblical form of prayer that Mary speaks of in her apparitions and the word comes from Latin of a garland of roses? The rosary 189. What is the prayer that we say as the priest holds up Jesus in the Consecrated Host; it is taken from the centurion s plea asking Jesus to heal his servant found in Matthew 8:1-8? Lord, I am not worthy that you should enter under my roof, but only say the word and my soul shall be healed Who can serve as the celebrant of the Holy Eucharist (Mass)? Only an ordained priest 191. Who was the founder of the Salesians also known for his love for children and youth? He dedicated his life to the service of abandoned young people. St. John Bosco 192. Why is the Eucharist called the Sacrament of the Real Presence of Christ? Because Christ is truly present in his soul and divinity in the consecrated bread and wine What do we call the home of a married couple because it is the place where children first learn about the Faith, and the virtue of Christian charity? Domestic Church 194. Who was the prophet of the Old Testament who didn t want God to forgive the sinners of Nineveh? Jonah 195. Name 2 of the Precepts of the Church? Observe the prescribed days of fast and abstinence, attend Mass on Sunday or Saturday evening and Holy days of Obligation, confess one s sins at least once a year, receive Holy Eucharist at least once during the Easter season, provide for the material needs of the Church and emphasize the meaning of charity What biblical image describes that we have spiritual life only if we are united to Christ? The vine and the branches 197. What is the Hebrew word for teacher? Rabbi 198. What is the act of being brought back into a right relationship with God through the forgiveness of our sins and a renewal of our holiness called? Justification 16

17 199. According to Paul, what kind of prize does the disciple seek that is different from the athlete? An imperishable crown 200. What is the main point of the book of Jonah? Tolerance and forgiveness of all people 201. On what day do we celebrate Jesus returning to the Father in heaven? Ascension Thursday, 40 days after Easter 202. The Feast of Christ the King falls on the last Sunday of what liturgical season? Ordinary Time 203. The celebration of the Mass includes many rituals from which Jewish feast? Passover 204. What is the action done by the priest at Mass which expresses the reunion of Christ s body and blood in his resurrection which had been separated in his death? Breaking of a piece of the Consecrated Host, then mingled with the Precious Blood in the chalice 205. Which mark of the Church indicates its mission to all peoples? Catholic 206. What is the central message of the Church s Social Teaching? That all members of the Church must work for justice and peace in society 207. What is the word that means that God, while remaining God, took on our human nature? Incarnation 208. What is an essential part of the sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation? Be sincerely sorry for our sins and have a firm intention not to continue to sin How many books make up the New Testament? About what did Jesus often speak on his parables? How to be part of the coming kingdom 211. Where in the Bible do we especially find how our Catholic Church began to grow? Acts of the Apostles 17

18 212. Who worked hard at establishing the Church in many places after Jesus returned to His Father in heaven? St. Paul 213. To whom did Mary appear and reveal herself as the Immaculate Conception? St. Bernadette Soubirous 214. What prayer is a summary of the whole gospel? The Lord s Prayer 215. What did Joseph do which impressed Pharaoh? He interpreted the Pharaoh s dreams 216. What were the words that Jesus spoke to his apostles after the resurrection? Peace be with you How were the Israelites unfaithful to God during the time of Moses? By worshipping the golden calf 218. On what feast day of Mary do we celebrate her being filled with God s life and love from conception? Immaculate Conception-December What is a form of prayer, distinct from Mass and other sacramental rites, that complements the liturgical prayer of the Church? Devotion 220. What is the devotion that helps us to reflect on the events of Jesus Passion? The Stations of the Cross 221. Which Mystery of the Rosary is about Jesus giving Peter, James, and John a glimpse of heaven? The Transfiguration 222. Name 2 of the Four Cardinal Virtues. Prudence; Justice; Fortitude; Temperance 223. How did the apostles give the gift of the Holy Spirit to the newly baptized? By the laying of hands 224. How many books make up the Old Testament? What are the steps for a person to be canonized a saint? Servant of God, venerable, beatification and canonization 18

19 226. Why does the priest or deacon, on certain occasions, face the congregation and three times he incenses us with the thurible? It is a way of recognizing the presence of God in us 227. What did Jesus come to do for us? Save all people from their sins Who created Adam and Eve? God, who created them in His own image Where was Jesus baptized? In the Jordan River 230. When is the birthday of the Catholic Church? Pentecost 231. What day did Jesus rise from the dead? Easter Sunday 232. Why did Jesus die on the cross? To make up for our sins On the day Jesus rose from the dead, Mary Magdalene came to the tomb with who? The other Mary What happened at the Last Supper? Jesus washed the feet of his apostles on the evening before his death; he instituted the Eucharist, and founded the priesthood of the New Covenant 235. What substance did God form man out of? Man was formed out of clay according to Genesis 2, verse According to Acts 12, what service do angels provide for Christians? They protect them from danger. (Acts 12:11) 237. How did Noah demonstrate his love for God while building the ark He did whatever God told him to do. (Genesis 6:22) 238. According to Philippians 4:6 what should Christians do instead of worrying? They should pray, bringing their requests to God What was Paul s main goal in life? To magnify Jesus (Philippians 1:1921) 19