Catholocism: Redemption

Question 1

Why did Jesus have to come?

Answer 1

He died to pay for everyone’s sins by claiming them as his own

This act forgave the whole of the human race by paying the ransom for everyone’s sins.

Question 2

What role did Jesus play in restoration through sacrifice?

Answer 2

His sacrifice saved humanity from sin

Question 3

What event signifies the significance of Jesus’ death?

Answer 3

His crucifixion

Question 4

What did Jesus do after his sacrifice?

Answer 4

He returned to tell how he died for humanity

Question 5

What does Jesus’ ascension represent?

Answer 5

His sacrifice of the human body and ascent into heaven

Question 6

What are the Words of Institution?

Answer 6

Words spoken by the priest during Mass, reminding Catholics of the Last Supper

Example: “Take this, all of you, and eat of it, for this is my body, which will be given up for you.”

Question 7

What does the death of Jesus symbolize?

Answer 7

The barrier between God and humans was broken

Question 8

Who were the first to believe in the resurrection?

Answer 8

The women

Question 9

What is the significance of the Agnus Dei?

Answer 9

It reminds us of the redemption of the Jews by the sacrifice of the lamb

Question 10

What do Anglican Christians believe about the Eucharist?

Answer 10

Christ is present in the community sharing the Eucharist

Question 11

What is the Quaker belief regarding the Eucharist?

Answer 11

They do not celebrate Eucharist but believe Christ is present through the inspiring spirit

Question 12

What happens during Jesus’ crucifixion according to the text?

Answer 12

He was pierced in the side, resulting in water and blood coming out

Question 13

What occurred at the moment Jesus died?

Answer 13

An earthquake and total eclipse

Question 14

What happens to the curtain in the temple at Jesus’ death?

Answer 14

It splits

Question 15

What does Eucharistic Adoration remind us of?

Answer 15

Jesus’ sacrifice and his true presence in the bread and wine

Question 16

Where does the consecration take place in Orthodox churches?

Answer 16

Behind the holy doors of the iconostasis

Question 17

What do Nonconformist Christians believe about the Eucharist?

Answer 17

It is a memorial of the Last Supper to recreate and remember it

Question 18

What does Benediction remind us of?

Answer 18

Jesus’ sacrifice and his true presence in the consecrated elements

Question 19

What is a Monstrance?

Answer 19

A vessel used to display the consecrated Eucharist

Question 20

What metaphor is used to explain how Christ redeemed the world?

Answer 20

The metaphor of the tree of knowledge and the tree of the cross

Question 21

What does Jesus’ death represent in relation to sin?

Answer 21

A way of paying for the ransom of our sins

Question 22

Who has a different interpretation of the story of Adam and Eve?

Answer 22

St Irenaeus

Question 23

What does St Anselm infer about God in relation to the story of Adam and Eve?

Answer 23

There is a greater power than God

Question 24

What do Catholics remember during the readings?

Answer 24

That God has guided His people through the years

Question 25

What is repeated over the bread and wine during the Eucharistic Prayer?

Answer 25

'Take this all of you and eat it. This is my body... This is the blood of the new and everlasting covenant'

Question 26

What does receiving the body, blood, soul, and divinity of Christ allow believers to do?

Answer 26

Call God the Father

Question 27

What do Catholics share after a period of silent prayer and reflection?

Answer 27

The presence of God they received in the mass

Question 28

What is presented to God as a sign of thanksgiving during the offertory?

Answer 28

Bread and wine

Question 29

What is the place of sacrifice where bread and wine are offered at mass?

Answer 29

The altar

Question 30

What is the crucifix a model of?

Answer 30

A cross with Jesus crucified on it

Question 31

What does a cross without Jesus on it represent?

Answer 31

Jesus' victory and resurrection

Question 32

True or False: Some people believe that nothing else is needed for salvation other than Jesus' death.

Answer 32

True

Question 33

What do Christians believe about conscience?

Answer 33

It is the voice of God in their heart and soul

Question 34

According to Gaudium et Spes 16, what does a right conscience lead to?

Answer 34

Turning aside from blind choice and being guided by objective norms of morality

Question 35

Fill in the blank: The breaking of the bread replicates the last supper's _______.

Answer 35

Actions

Question 36

Fill in the blank: Receiving communion is receiving Christ's _______.

Answer 36

Divinity

Question 37

What happens during the consecration in Orthodox churches?

Answer 37

It takes place behind the holy doors of the iconostasis

Question 38

What does the Eucharist remind Catholics of?

Answer 38

Jesus' sacrifice and His true presence in the bread and wine

Question 39

What significant event occurs when Jesus dies?

Answer 39

An earthquake and total eclipse

Question 40

What symbolizes Jesus' descent to hell?

Answer 40

His sacrifice

Question 41

What characteristics does the resurrected body of Jesus have?

Answer 41

Human characteristics like breathing, eating, drinking, and touching, but also supernatural qualities

Question 42

What do the women represent in the resurrection story?

Answer 42

The first to believe in the resurrection and their importance

Question 43

What does Jesus' ascension represent for humans?

Answer 43

That humans will ascend into heaven as they have been redeemed

Question 44

Who appears to his disciples after his resurrection?

Answer 44

Jesus ## Footnote Jesus appears to reassure and guide his disciples.

Question 45

What happens to Jesus after he appears to his disciples?

Answer 45

He is lifted up by angels and goes to heaven ## Footnote This event signifies his ascension.

Question 46

What does Jesus' ascension represent for humans?

Answer 46

Humans will ascend into heaven like him as they have been redeemed ## Footnote This reflects the promise of salvation.

Question 47

What did Jesus sacrifice to save humanity?

Answer 47

His life ## Footnote This sacrifice is central to Christian belief in redemption.

Question 48

Why did Jesus come back after his sacrifice?

Answer 48

To tell us how he died for us ## Footnote This emphasizes the importance of his message and mission.

Question 49

What did Jesus sacrifice apart from his life?

Answer 49

His human body ## Footnote This highlights the physical aspect of his sacrifice.

Question 50

What did Jesus do when he died, according to the text?

Answer 50

He went to hell and paid off everyone's sins by claiming them as his own ## Footnote This act is viewed as a form of atonement.

Question 51

What does Jesus' act of claiming sins signify?

Answer 51

He forgave the whole of the human race by paying the ransom for everyone's sins ## Footnote This reflects the concept of universal redemption in Christianity.