Religion Revision

Question 1

What is the focus of Matthew’s Gospel?

Answer 1

Jesus as the fulfillment of Jewish prophecy, emphasizing Jesus as the Messiah

Matthew’s Gospel is particularly aimed at a Jewish audience.

Question 2

How does Mark portray Jesus?

Answer 2

As the suffering servant and emphasizes His actions and miracles

Mark’s Gospel is known for its fast-paced narrative.

Question 3

What is Luke’s emphasis in his Gospel?

Answer 3

Jesus’ compassion and includes stories about the marginalized

Luke’s Gospel highlights social justice themes.

Question 4

How is Jesus depicted in John’s Gospel?

Answer 4

As divine, emphasizing His identity as the Son of God

John’s Gospel includes more theological reflections.

Question 5

Why are there four Gospels in the New Testament?

Answer 5

To provide multiple perspectives on Jesus’ life, teachings, death, and resurrection

This ensures a comprehensive understanding for different audiences.

Question 6

What is the correct order of the four Gospels?

Answer 6

Matthew, Mark, Luke, John

Question 7

Who was the intended audience for Matthew’s Gospel?

Answer 7

Jewish Christians, emphasizing Jesus as the Messiah

This audience would be familiar with Jewish prophecies.

Question 8

Who was Mark’s Gospel intended for?

Answer 8

Roman Christians, emphasizing Jesus’ actions and suffering

This reflects the Roman context of the early church.

Question 9

Who was Luke’s Gospel written for?

Answer 9

Gentile (non-Jewish) Christians, highlighting compassion and salvation for all

Luke seeks to make the message of Jesus accessible.

Question 10

What is the intended audience for John’s Gospel?

Answer 10

Christian community seeking to understand Jesus’ divine nature

John’s Gospel delves into the identity of Christ.

Question 11

What is the message of Mark’s Gospel?

Answer 11

That Jesus is the suffering servant and the Son of God who came to serve, suffer, and sacrifice for humanity.

Question 12

What does the Eucharist commemorate?

Answer 12

Jesus’ Last Supper, which was a Passover meal

It links Jesus’ sacrifice to the Jewish tradition of liberation.

Question 13

Fill in the blank: The bread in the New Passover meal symbolizes _______.

Answer 13

His body

Question 14

Fill in the blank: The wine in the New Passover meal symbolizes _______.

Answer 14

His blood

Question 15

What are five aspects of the New Passover meal?

Answer 15

• Jesus shares bread and wine with His disciples
• The bread symbolizes His body
• The wine symbolizes His blood
• It institutes the new covenant
• It anticipates His sacrifice on the cross

Question 16

What are five aspects of the first Passover meal in Exodus?

Answer 16

• Sacrificing a lamb and marking the doorposts
• Eating unleavened bread and bitter herbs
• The lamb’s blood on the door symbolizes protection
• The meal commemorates Israel’s liberation from Egypt
• The event is a feast of liberation and obedience to God

Question 17

What are the main differences between the Old and New Testament?

Answer 17

• Old Testament: Focuses on God’s covenant with Israel, laws, history, prophecy
• New Testament: Focuses on Jesus’ life, teachings, and the new covenant of salvation
• The Old is primarily about preparation; the New is about fulfillment

Question 18

What is the structure of the Catholic Mass?

Answer 18

• Introductory rites (gathering, penitence, Gloria)
• Liturgy of the Word (readings, Gospel, homily, Creed, prayers)
• Liturgy of the Eucharist (offering bread and wine, consecration, communion)
• Concluding rites (blessing, dismissal)

Question 19

What is the Q Source?

Answer 19

A hypothetical written collection of Jesus’ sayings, believed by scholars to be a source used by Matthew and Luke.

Question 20

What does ‘Consecration’ mean in the context of the Eucharist?

Answer 20

The moment during Mass when the bread and wine become the Body and Blood of Christ through the priest’s words of consecration.

Question 21

What does ‘Synoptic’ mean when describing the Gospels?

Answer 21

‘Seeing together’ – refers to Matthew, Mark, and Luke because they share similar content and structure.

Question 22

What is the Eucharist?

Answer 22

A sacrament commemorating Jesus’ Last Supper, where Catholics believe bread and wine become His Body and Blood.

Question 23

What is Transubstantiation?

Answer 23

The Catholic doctrine that during the Eucharist, the substance of bread and wine changes into Christ’s Body and Blood, while the appearances remain the same.

Question 24

What is a Covenant in religious terms?

Answer 24

A sacred agreement or promise between God and humans, often involving commitments and blessings.

Question 25

How can culture be expressed?

Answer 25

Through language, food, clothing, rituals, art, music, religious practices, and social customs.

Question 26

What are examples of culture at Marymede Catholic College?

Answer 26

* School traditions * Celebrations * Language used * Dress code * Religious activities

Question 27

Who are the Inuit people?

Answer 27

Indigenous people of the Arctic, known for hunting, fishing, and distinctive art and clothing adapted to cold climates.

Question 28

What are some key aspects of Australian culture?

Answer 28

* Indigenous heritage * Multiculturalism * Sports * Art * Music * Festivals * Respect for the land

Question 29

What was the role of the Vestal Virgins in Ancient Rome?

Answer 29

Guardians of the sacred fire, symbolizing Rome’s eternal life; they took vows of chastity and performed religious duties.

Question 30

How do Aboriginal beliefs link closely to the land?

Answer 30

The land is sacred; they see themselves as custodians and believe their spirituality is connected to the land, spirits, and ancestors.

Question 31

What were Mesopotamian beliefs about the afterlife?

Answer 31

A gloomy underworld where spirits dwelled; life after death was bleak and shadowy.

Question 32

What were Ancient Greek beliefs about the afterlife?

Answer 32

Souls traveled to the underworld ruled by Hades; the experience depended on their deeds.

Question 33

What were Ancient Roman beliefs about the afterlife?

Answer 33

Similar to Greek, with an underworld; later influenced by Christianity.

Question 34

What is the story of Osiris and Isis?

Answer 34

Osiris was murdered and resurrected by Isis, symbolizing life, death, and rebirth.

Question 35

What are the 9 Aspects of Religion?

Answer 35

* Beliefs * Rituals * SPAT (spaces, place, artifacts and times) * Ethics * Spiritual experiences * Texts * Sacred stories * Social hierarchy * Symbols

Question 36

What are similarities between Ancient Egyptian Religion and Indigenous Australian Religion?

Answer 36

Both see land and ancestors as sacred, involve rituals, and have community-based practices.

Question 37

What are differences between Ancient Egyptian Religion and Indigenous Australian Religion?

Answer 37

The Egyptian focus on elaborate funerary practices and the afterlife, versus the Dreamtime stories and land-based spirituality of Indigenous Australians.