St. Pius X Church – Faith Formation

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Multiple Choice

What is the purpose of moral laws?

D. all of the above B. to help us order our lives according to God's plan for us A. to prevent us from living in a chaotic world C. to govern the relationships we have with one another and with God

2

Multiple Choice

Which of the following refers to the Law handed down to Moses on Mount Sinai?

A. natural law C. the New Law B. the Old Law D. Church law

3

Multiple Choice

Which of the following refers to the inherent moral law that every human being is born with?

D. Church law A. natural law B. the Old Law C. the New Law

4

Multiple Choice

Which of the following refers to the Law of the Gospel, sometimes also called the Law of Love?

C. the New Law A. natural law D. Church law B. the Old Law

5

Multiple Choice

Which of the following includes requirements such as doing penance and leading a sacramental life as ways to nourish our moral life?

D. Church law C. the New Law B. the Old Law A. natural law

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Multiple Choice

Why must Catholics listen carefully to what the Pope and bishops say about moral matters?

C. The Magisterium teaches with absolute certainty in all areas, including scientific truth and civil laws. B. The Magisterium teaches without error, ensuring that the Church remains faithful to the teaching of the Apostles. A. Catholics who ignore Church teaching will be barred from receiving the Sacraments. D. Obeying the teachings of the Magisterium is one of the Commandments.

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a Precept of the Church?

D. to join in the Church's missionary spirit and work B. to keep holy the Lord's Day C. to obey the Church's marriage laws A. to follow our bishop's guidance in voting for candidates for public office

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Multiple Choice

All of the following statements are true of the Precepts of the Church except _______.

A. that they are the bare minimum we must do to grow in love of God and one another C. that they nourish us to live moral lives D. that they are part of the rich faith tradition of the Church B. that we are not obligated to follow them - they are just recommendations

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Multiple Choice

All of the following statements describe infallibility in the Church except _______.

C. that every statement of the Pope or any bishop is infallible, including statements about science and politics A. that it is a great gift of God to the Church D. that the gift of infallibility applies to all doctrine that is necessary for our salvation B. that it means we can rely on the Church's teaching as being true

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following summarizes the two Great Commandments given to us by Jesus?

B. Love God, and love our neighbor. C. Treat others as we want to be treated. D. Give away all our possessions, and follow Christ. A. Love God, and keep holy the Lord's Day.

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Short Answer

What is the role of conscience in helping us to live a moral life? Describe three ways to form one's conscience.

The Catholic Faith Handbook

Chapter 25: Sources of Moral Truth