Catholic Basics
The Rosary
Church Year and Catholic Life
Sacraments
Saints being Saints
100
What is the prayer that begins “Our Father who art in heaven…”?
The Our Father (The Lord’s Prayer)
100
What prayers are said during the Rosary?
Apostles’ Creed, Our Father, Hail Mary, Glory Be, Fatima Prayer (optional), Hail Holy Queen
100
What does the word “Catholic” originally mean?
Universal
100
What are the responsibilities of a baptismal sponsor (godparent)?
To help the child grow in the Catholic faith and assist the parents in the child’s religious upbringing.
100
Which saint was a Polish pope who served from 1978–2005 and helped bring down Communism in Europe?
St. John Paul II
200
What are the Fruits of the Holy Spirit?
(12 total, 25 points for each correct answer, max 12)
Charity, Joy, Peace, Patience, Kindness, Goodness, Generosity, Gentleness, Faithfulness, Modesty, Self-control, Chastity
200
Name the set of Mysteries of the Rosary that include the Annunciation, Visitation, Nativity, Presentation, and Finding in the Temple
The Joyful Mysteries
200
These are the fourteen steps marking Jesus’ journey from condemnation to burial
The Stations of the Cross
20 points for each one you can get
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stations_of_the_Cross#Stations
200
What conditions must a parent fulfill to have their child baptized?
They must promise to raise the child in the Catholic faith and be prepared to carry out this responsibility.
200
Which saint was a modern American convert who founded Catholic schools and the Sisters of Charity?
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton
300
What are the Gifts of the Holy Spirit?
(full points for all, 40 points for each correct answer, max 7)
Wisdom, Understanding, Counsel, Fortitude, Knowledge, Piety, Fear of the Lord
300
Name the set of Mysteries of the Rosary that include the Agony in the Garden, Scourging at the Pillar, Crowning with Thorns, Carrying the Cross, Crucifixion
The Sorrowful Mysteries
300
What is the name of the shortest Church season?
The Triduum
Holy Thursday, Good Friday, Holy Saturday
300
Who can administer the Sacrament of Baptism?
(Three answers, 100 points each)
Ordinarily a priest or deacon, but anyone can baptize in an emergency.
300
Which saint, a missionary bishop, converted Ireland to Christianity using the shamrock to teach the Trinity?
St. Patrick
400
What are the Corporal Works of Mercy?
(full points for all, 50 points for each correct answer, max 7)
Feed the hungry, give drink to the thirsty, clothe the naked, shelter the homeless, visit the sick, visit the imprisoned, bury the dead
400
Name the set of Mysteries of the Rosary that include the Resurrection, Ascension, Descent of the Holy Spirit, Assumption, Coronation of Mary
The Glorious Mysteries
400
What are the Eight Beatitudes?
(50 points per correct answer, max 8)
Blessed are the poor in spirit,
for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Blessed are they who mourn,
for they will be comforted.
Blessed are the meek,
for they will inherit the land.
Blessed are they who hunger and thirst for righteousness,
for they will be satisfied.
Blessed are the merciful,
for they will be shown mercy.
Blessed are the clean in heart,
for they will see God.
Blessed are the peacemakers,
for they will be called children of God.
Blessed are they who are persecuted for the sake of righteousness,
for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
400
What is required for the worthy reception of Confirmation?
(4 parts, 100 points each)
State of grace, proper instruction, intention to receive, and readiness to live as a witness of Christ.
400
Which saint was a brilliant Spanish priest and mystic, known for reforming the Carmelites with St. Teresa of Ávila?
St. John of the Cross
500
What are the Spiritual Works of Mercy?
(full points for all, 70 points for each correct answer, max 7)
Instruct the ignorant, counsel the doubtful, admonish sinners, bear wrongs patiently, forgive offenses willingly, comfort the afflicted, pray for the living and the dead
500
Name the set of Mysteries of the Rosary that include the Baptism of Jesus, Wedding at Cana, Proclamation of the Kingdom, Transfiguration, Institution of the Eucharist
The Luminous Mysteries
500
Name the vestment colors and the seasons in which they're worn
The seasons are Ordinary Time, Lent, Triduum, Easter, Advent, Christmas.
Ordinary Time - Green
Lent/Advent - Purple
Triduum - Red
Easter/Christmas - White
Bonus 50 for the color worn only on Laetare/Gaudete Sunday
500
What help does a sick person receive from the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick?
(Full points for complete list, 75 points per correct answer, max 5)
Spiritual strength, peace, courage, forgiveness of sins, and sometimes physical healing.
500
Which saint cared for the poorest of the poor in Calcutta and founded the Missionaries of Charity?
St. Teresa of Calcutta (Mother Teresa)