Chapter 5
What is the gift from God that enables us to believe in him and accept all that he has revealed?
Faith
What was the child Moses saved from?
The Pharaohs rule to kill newly born sons of Israelites
What are the laws of God’s covenant that were given to Moses on Mount Sinai called?
Ten Commandments
What do we celebrate during Christmas?
The birth of the Son of God and that God is with us always
God’s plan for and protection of all creation
Providence
What is a father, or founder, of a clan, a group or related families called?
Patriarch
What happened when Moses was living in Midian and tending his Flocks?
God appeared to him in a burning bush
What are extraordinary events that are beyond human power and brought about by God called?
Miracle
What do we remember during Lent?
The Jesus suffered, died, and rose to new life to restore our relationship with God
What quality did Jacob have that enabled him to live out the covenant?
Determination or perseverance
Who are the patriarchs of the Old Testament?
Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph
When the Pharaoh would not let the Israelites leave Egypt, what did God do?
He told Moses he would send plagues to Egypt
What is the wooden box that held the Ten Commandments called?
Ark of the covenant
What does the word Triduum mean?
Three days
What is the biblical word describing the Israelites departure from slavery to freedom?
Exodus
How was Abraham’s faith tested?
He was asked to sacrifice his only son
Who did God reveal his name to?
Moses
What is the sweet bread-like food that God provided for the Israelites in the desert called?
Manna
What do we celebrate during Easter?
The resurrection of Jesus
Why is Passover named Passover?
Because God passed over, or spared, his people
How is providence symbolized in the story of Joseph?
By the fulfillment of dreams
After Passover, how did the Israelites escape the Pharaohs army?
The waters of the Red Sea closed and drowned the army
How was God’s presence made to his people during their journey?
By the guiding cloud
What do we prepare for during Advent?
The coming/birth of Christ
What was the period of tremendous wealth and power of Egypt called?
The New Kingdom