Religion in America Today Exam 1

A reason there is religion in America is that our founder recognized people's natural knowledge of God. The Bible tells us that this knowledge comes from creation and

A. history

B. experience

C. conscience

D. sacred text

C

When looking at religious diversity in America, over 46% of those claiming religious affiliation are listed as

A. Roman Catholic

B. Protestant

C. Jewish

D. None of the above

B

Complete the wording of the constitutional amendment providing for religious freedom "Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or ..."

A. deny the right of people for gathering for religious observance

B. prohibiting the free exercise there of

C. prescribing or mandating any singular faith

D. allowing any religious system to dominate the people

B

The US constitution provides for freedom of religion in what amendment:

A. 1st

B. 2nd

C. 3rd

D. 4th

A

As we seek to understand the particulars of each religious system in American, it is helpful for us to understand the authoritative source of what is believed in each system. This is known as

A. the authoritative source

B. the formal principle

C. textual principle

D. material principle

B

Which biblical figure does the Roman Catholic church identify as its first leader?

A. Mary

B. Paul

C. Peter

D. John

C

In Roman Catholic organization, which group of individuals advise and elect the pope?

A. Cardinals

B. College of Deacons

C. Arch Bishops

D. The jesubites

A

The word Catholic means

A. religion

B. denomination

C. universal

D. God centered

C

The laws in the Roman Catholic church which governs church functions are called

A. diaconal law

B. ordinary law

C. cannon law

D. catholic law

C

There are numerous Roman Catholic orders to which priests and lay people may belong. If the order is one which emphasizes communal living and a life of silent contemplation and daily worship, what kind of order is this?

A. mendicant

B. conventional

C. cannon's regular

D. menastic

D

The Formal Principle of Roman Catholicism is:

A. Scripture alone

B. Scripture and Canon Law

C. Tradition and Canon Law

D. Scripture and Tradition

D

When a Pope makes or approves a theological/doctrinal statement or position, in the Roman Catholic Church. it has the same authority as Scripture.

A True

B. False

A

The latest and most complete summary of Roman Catholic theology was decided upon and recorded at the Vatican 2 conference which took place in which decade?

A. 1580's

B. 1750's

C 1960's

D. 1990's

C

Determine whether the following statement best describes a Mortal Sin, Venial Sin, or Original Sin.

If "Mortal" mark A. If "Venial" mark B. If "Original" mark C.

1. The sin all people are born with

2. A deliberate, intentional sin

3. May be worked off with penance

1. C

2. A

3. B

According to Roman Catholic Theology, what is God's ultimate solution for sin?

A. Jesus' death on the cross

B. The need for repentance

C. The creation of Adam and Eve

D. The intercession of Mary

A

Which statement best describes the veneration of saints and how Roman Catholicism continues to recognize the value of saints?

A. Saints are worshipped because of the forgiveness they convey

B. One may pray that a saint would intercede or pray to God on his/her behalf

C. Saints are like God in that they continue to be present on this earth with us

D. All of the above

B

What does the word "Orthodox" mean?

A. Faithful

B. Traditional

C. Purpose

D Glory

D

Approximately how many Orthodox are there in the U.S.?

A. 20 Million B. 10 Million C. 4 Million D. Less than I Million

C

The "Great Schism" which caused the split between Eastern and Western Christianity occurred in what year?

A. 325

B. 588

C 1054

D. 1232

C

The largest Orthodox body in the U.S. is:

A. Coptic Orthodox B. Armenian Orthodox C. Russian Orthodox D. Greek Orthodox

D

The Formal Principle of Eastern Orthodoxy is Scripture and Tradition. Included in this authoritative tradition is:

A. The Nicene Creed

B. The Liturgy

C The 7 Ecumenical Councils of the early church

D. All of the above

D

According to the Eastern Orthodox, how is a person saved?

A. Faith in Christ and continual participation in worship

B. Faith, leading to a life of good works which act out the faith

C. Living a God-pleasing life regardless of a knowledge of Christ

D. Fulfillment of the divine liturgy

B

Which of the Sacraments does Orthodoxy consider "The Chief of the Mysteries?"

A. Baptism B. Iconoclast C. The Eucharist D. Proclamation

C

Which of the following is the best way to describe Eastern Orthodox organization?

A. All Orthodox in the U.S. are led by one individual, known as "The Magistrate."

B. Each Orthodox body in the U.S. has its own hierarchy with its Archbishop at the top.

C. The Patriarch of Constantinople retains authority over all U.S. Orthodoxy.

D. All of world Orthodoxy is governed by the Synod of Bishops.

B

The understanding that each Bishop can trace his ordination back to Jesus' disciples is called:

A. Metropolitan Patriarchy

B. Holy Orders

C. Apostolic Succession

D. Deaconal Continuity

C

Which is the most true statement with regard to Orthodox worship?

A: It is distinct from Roman Catholic worship in that it is much less formal

B, It centers on the preaching of the Word, which comprises most of the service

C.It is highly liturgical, very formal, and is a defining feature of Orthodoxy

D. In the U.S., worship is done entirely in English rather than the language of ethnic origin

E. Both C and D

C

What is an Icon?

A. A picture or sculpture which makes present a sacred event

B. The most distinguished which makes present a sacred event

C. Another name for the Patriarch of Constantinople

D. An image that is worshipped

A

The unofficial beginning of the Refornation, and thus, Protestantism, was when Martin Luther posted 95 theses expressing direrunn, awth Roman Catholicism. When did this occur?

A. May 28, 1399 B. July 18, 1483 C. October 31, 1517 D. September 9, 1606

C

The spread of the Reformation was aided by what technological invention?

A. Radio

B) Printing Press

C. Typewriter

D. Ink and parchment

B

Ultimately, Protestantism was a reaction to Roman Catholic theology and what else?

A. The practice of liturgical worship by Roman Catholicism

B. The Roman Catholic use of Icons

C. The Roman Catholic Pope's Authority

D. All of the above

C

Finish the statement: Protestantism was a theological and organizational reaction to dominant

Roman Catholicism, aided by technology and

A. Violence

B. Indifference

C. Individualism

D Nationalism

D

This person was a "reformer" prior to Luther but largely because the technology did not yet exist to mass produce his objections, he was killed before making much of an impact.

A. Catharine of Aragon B. Thomas Aquinas C. John Huss D. Polycarp

C

Luther did this in the Wartburg Castle in 1522, which was extremely important for the spread of the Reformation:

A. Wrote the 95 Theses

B. Translated the Greek New Testament into German

C. Decided to study theology instead of Law

D. Expressed opposition to the Pope

B

John Calvin was a reformer after Luther. His theology is often summarized with the moniker of T-U-L-I-P. What does the "U" of TULIP stand for?

A. Undeserved Grace

B. Uncommitted Christianity

C. Unconditional Election

D. Understanding Christ

C

Name the Seven Sacraments observed by both Roman Catholicism and Eastern Orthodoxy:

Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist, Reconciliation, Anointing of the sick , Ordination, Marriage

What are the 2 movements of the Mass?

1. Liturgy of the Word

-Psalm

-Gospel

-Homily

-The Creed

2. Liturgy of the Eucharist

-Gifts

-Rite of preparation

-The Eucharistic Prayer

-The Communion Rite

-Holy Communion