Religion Exam Review- Friday January 25, 2025

Unit 1: Scripture and Jesus

• How many books does the Catholic Bible have? 73 books

• How many letters does the Bible contain? 21 letters (Epistles)

• How many books are included in the New Testament in the Catholic and Protestant Bibles? 27 books

• Which groups of people are part of the New Testament? Jews, Gentiles, Romans, Pharisees, Sadducees, Samaritans, early Christians

• What did Jesus use to give us a glimpse into the Kingdom of Heaven? Parables

• Which group of people were considered second-class citizens? Samaritans

• What is a disciple? What are some aspects of discipleship? A disciple is a follower of Jesus; aspects include faith, service, love, and commitment.

• Name the books of the Gospel (in order). Matthew, Mark, Luke, John

• What are the Paschal Mysteries? Jesus' passion, death, resurrection, and ascension

• What are the three names given to the first 5 books of the Bible? Torah, Pentateuch, Books of Moses

• What are the three stages of Gospel formation? Life of Jesus, Oral Tradition, Written Tradition

• Which Gospels are known as the Synoptic Gospels? Matthew, Mark, Luke

• Who wrote the Bible? Multiple authors inspired by God

• What is service to others? Selfless acts of love and charity

• What is a covenant? A sacred promise between God and His people

• Who wrote most of the letters in the New Testament? Paul

• Which evangelist wrote ‘The Acts’? Luke

• What is Exegesis? Critical interpretation of scripture

• In which book was Jesus portrayed as the Compassionate Savior? Luke

• How many letters did Paul write? 13 letters

• How many books are in the Old Testament? 46 books

• What is the role of the Popes and Bishops in the church? Guide, teach, and shepherd the Church

• What does inerrancy mean? The Bible is without error in matters of faith and morals

• What are the 4 types of miracles? Healing, Exorcism, Nature, Resurrection

Unit 2: Profession of Faith

• What are the two creeds of the Catholic faith? Nicene Creed, Apostles' Creed

• What is Pentecost Sunday? The descent of the Holy Spirit on the apostles

• What is the name of the capital city of Israel and the Holy City of the Jews? Jerusalem

• What is Ascension? Jesus' return to Heaven 40 days after resurrection

• The meaning of the word “creed.” "I believe"

• Name God’s Covenants in the Old Testament. Noah, Abraham, Moses, David

• Where is the New Covenant found in the Bible? New Testament (Gospels)

• What makes Jesus different from humans, even though He is fully divine and fully human? His divine nature and incarnation

• What is Christology? The study of Christ

• What is Solidarity in the Catholic faith? Unity and support among people in faith

• What is Metanoia? A transformative change of heart

• What is Pentecost? The Holy Spirit descending upon the apostles

• What is Grace? God's free gift of love and assistance

• What is Shavuoth? Jewish festival celebrating the giving of the Torah

• What is the name of “three divine persons in one God”? The Holy Trinity

• Know the 7 Human Traits. Image of God, called to holiness, rational and free, moral beings, capable of passions, blessed with conscience, able to sin

Unit 3: Prayer and Sacramental Life

• What are the three main categories of prayer? Vocal, Meditative, Contemplative

• Sacraments, sacrament types, and what they celebrate:

  • Baptism (Initiation)

  • Eucharist (Initiation)

  • Confirmation (Initiation)

  • Reconciliation (Healing)

  • Anointing of the Sick (Healing)

  • Holy Orders (Service)

  • Matrimony (Service)

• Different types of prayers. Adoration, Contrition, Thanksgiving, Supplication

• What is a Charism? A special gift or grace from the Holy Spirit

• 8 Characteristics of a Ritual. Movements, repeated actions, symbolic actions, communal participation, significant words, linkage to past, important events, celebration

• What does “symbol” mean? To throw together meaning and reality

• What does MA-RA-NA-THA mean? "Come, Lord Jesus"

• Which Latin word does ‘sacrament’ come from? "Sacramentum"

• Define:

  • Symbolic Action: Actions conveying deeper meaning

  • Practical Action: Daily activities with no deeper meaning

  • Non-symbolic signs: Signs with one meaning (e.g. stop sign)

  • Symbolic signs: Signs with deeper meaning (e.g. cross)

• What did Mother Teresa say about beginning and ending the day with prayer? It brings peace and closeness to God

• What foundation did Jean Vanier form? L'Arche, a community for people with disabilities

Unit 4: Family Life

• 7 signs of a Healthy Friendship. Trust, honesty, support, respect, communication, understanding, shared values

Unit 5: Christian Moral Development

• Definitions:

  • Justice: Fairness and giving others their due

  • Venial sin: A lesser sin that weakens relationship with God

  • Mortal sin: A grave sin that breaks relationship with God

  • Stewardship: Caring for God's creation

  • Common good: Benefit of all people

  • Contributive justice: Responsibility to contribute to society

  • Sins of commission: Doing something wrong

  • Sins of omission: Failing to do good

  • Personal sin: Individual actions against God

  • Social sin: Sinful structures in society

  • Social justice: Fair treatment of all people

  • Social gospel: Applying Christian values to social issues

  • Principle: A fundamental belief

  • Morality: Principles of right and wrong

  • Distributive justice: Fair distribution of resources

  • Sin: An offense against God

Catholic Social Teachings: Church teachings on social issues