St. Pius X Church – Faith Formation

1

Multiple Choice

What is prayer?

D. A and C but not B C. raising our mind and heart to God A. only talking to God B. conversing with ourselves

2

Multiple Choice

In religious terms, our heart is _______.

A. the muscular organ that pumps blood through our body D. none of the above C. our hidden center where our relationship with God unfolds B. a romantic state of being with God

3

Multiple Choice

Humility means all of the following except _______.

D. acknowledging our gifts C. acknowledging our weaknesses and sins B. being honest about who we are A. low self-esteem

4

Multiple Choice

Who is called to prayer?

A. everyone B. only saints D. only ordained clergy C. only religious men and women

5

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true about prayer in the Old Testament?

C. It shows us how people are unworthy to pray to God. D. It shows us that God was not listening. B. It reveals God's initiative, continually calling humankind deeper into relationship. A. It shows us how people imposed their will on God.

6

Multiple Choice

What can we learn about prayer from the prayer of Jesus?

B. We must undergo conversion, turning toward God. C. We must reconcile with and pray for those who persecute us. D. all of the above A. We must bring the correct attitude to prayer.

7

Multiple Choice

How does God respond to our prayer?

D. He does not respond. B. He gives us everything we need. A. He gives us everything we ask for. C. He listens only when we have received absolution from sin.

8

Multiple Choice

Why do we pray to Mary?

D. B and C but not A B. We acknowledge Mary's special role in God's plan. A. Mary is a demigod who can grant some of our prayers. C. Mary sympathizes with our needs and brings them before God.

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Multiple Choice

All of the following statements explain why Mary is a model of prayer for us except _______.

D. that Mary taught us that God is worthy of our complete trust B. that her yes to God's messenger showed us what it means to belong wholly to God A. that her heart was attuned to the will of God the Father C. that Jesus told his disciples that Mary would guide them after his death

10

Multiple Choice

Which of the following can inspire our prayer life?

B. our families D. all of the above A. the saints C. Scripture

11

Short Answer

How did you learn to pray? What is one thing you can start doing to deepen your prayer relationship with God?

The Catholic Faith Handbook

Chapter 33: Introduction to Prayer