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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. To what is this last section devoted entirely?
(a) The Nicene Creed.
(b) The Apostles' Creed.
(c) The Eucharist.
(d) The Lord's Prayer.

2. How can concupiscence be seen most positively?
(a) It provides an act that a believer can perform to be drawn closer to God.
(b) It provides each individual with proof that angels do exist.
(c) It provides each individual with the strength to live a sinless life.
(d) It provides each particular individual with a unique set of challenges so that life need not be too boring or lazy with respect to personal development and intimacy with God.

3. This is one of the rituals designed to "help remedy a situation when there is a problem."
(a) Eucharist and confirmation.
(b) Penance and reconciliation.
(c) Anointing of the sick.
(d) Baptism and confirmation.

4. The significance of water in the world is recognized as what?
(a) A large part of our planet.
(b) A necessary basic need.
(c) One major sign of God's handiwork and interest.
(d) A giver of life.

5. What is beatitude?
(a) Being able to see the beauty in all things.
(b) The mental state of the Saints and Angels.
(c) The act of being beautiful in one's attitude.
(d) Being able to see opportunities and advantages within difficulties.

6. As what is Confirmation also known?
(a) Christendom.
(b) Catechism.
(c) Christmas.
(d) Chrismation.

7. What is the special role and function of this prayer?
(a) As a prayer that is said at mealtime.
(b) As a part of special services.
(c) As part of holiday celebrations.
(d) As part of both the baptismal and confirmation rites.

8. Through practicing what virtues can Christians come closer to understanding how to serve God?
(a) Faith, hope and charity.
(b) Patience, chastity, and charity.
(c) Faith, love, and peace.
(d) Hope, love, and selflessness.

9. What is the term used in the context of specific requests for love and dedication on the levels of mind and heart and through action?
(a) Peace.
(b) Courage.
(c) Love.
(d) Hope.

10. What is the purpose of the Holy Orders?
(a) To integrate a person within the Church in a new way.
(b) To make sure the clergy are doing what is expected of them.
(c) To keep order in a church.
(d) To incorporate Christians into service to the Church.

11. What is the emphasis regarding Holy Orders and Matrimony?
(a) Service to oneself for the sake of oneself.
(b) Service to oneself for the sake of others.
(c) Service to another and the salvation of oneself.
(d) Service to another or to others and to the salvation of the other.

12. From whom is prayer a gift?
(a) One's parents.
(b) God.
(c) The Apostles.
(d) Adam and Eve.

13. Why is the woman designated as man's helpmeet?
(a) She signifies God's direct assistance in the man's care.
(b) She follows in the role of women expected by God.
(c) She signifies the role of Eve.
(d) She follows in the role of all women in the Bible.

14. What kinds of killing are all wrong?
(a) Homicide.
(b) Suicide, abortion and homicide.
(c) Suicide and homicide.
(d) Abortion and homicide.

15. What is a quality or attitude that is helpful when praying?
(a) Calm.
(b) Happiness.
(c) Openness.
(d) Humility.

Short Answer Questions

1. The power of water to purify and to cleanse was also advanced by what?

2. What is Christian prayer?

3. Why must confession of wrongdoings for Catholics include speaking to a priest?

4. Is there a difference in the way Confirmation is done by the Eastern Orthodox Church and the Roman Catholic Church?

5. What is healthy self-love?

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