Grade 9 Religion Exam Study Guide

Vocabulary flashcards covering key terms and concepts for the Grade 9 Religion Exam, including Units 1 through 4.

Types of Truth in The Bible

The different ways truth is expressed within scripture, as explored in Unit 1.3.

Literary Forms

The various styles of writing used in The Bible, identified in Unit 1.5.

Decreation

The process of undoing creation, representing the breakdown of God's original order.

Book of Exodus

The book containing the story of Moses from his birth to his speech on Mount Sinai, divided into three major parts.

Sin (3 Conditions)

The three specific requirements that must be present for a thought, word, or action to be considered a sin.

Sin (3 Types)

The three distinct categories of sin mentioned in Unit 2.3.

Covenant

A sacred agreement characterized by specific conditions between God and humans.

The Ten Commandments

The set of moral laws and their meanings as presented in Unit 2.5.

Conscience

The inner sense of right and wrong that guides moral behavior.

Seven Catholic Social Teachings

The seven principles of the Church that address social justice and the common good.

Toxic Friends

Specific types of unhealthy or harmful friendships identified in Unit 3.4.

Motivation (2 Types)

The two categories of internal or external drive used in moral decision making.

Locus of Control

A concept in moral decision making regarding whether a person believes they or external forces control their life.

Four Types of Love

The four distinct categories and meanings of love explored in Unit 3.6.

Eight Beatitudes

The eight blessings and their meanings taught by Jesus in Unit 4.1.

Four Types of Prayer

The four specific styles or methods of prayer explored in Unit 4.3.

Paschal Mystery

The central theological concept in Unit 4.4 related to the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus.

The Mass

The central act of Catholic worship, consisting of a basic outline and various parts with specific meanings.