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The Roman Catholic Church Trivia Quiz

These are basic questions about the Catholic Church. They are all pretty easy. Good luck and have fun!

A multiple-choice quiz by KyleLD. Estimated time: 4 mins.

Author
KyleLD

Time
4 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
45,723

Updated
Sep 10 23

# Qns
20

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Average

Avg Score
12 / 20

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Question 1 of 20

1. According to the Catholic Church, in what year was it founded? Hint

approximately 50 A.D.

Christ never founded the Catholic Church

approximately 1500 A.D.

approximately 33 A.D.

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Question 2 of 20

2. Which Pope started the Second Vatican Council? Hint

Pope Paul XXIII

Pope John XXIII

Pope John XII

Pope Paul XII

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Question 3 of 20

3. Which Pope finished the Second Vatican Council? Hint

John VI

Paul VI

Paul V

John V

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Question 4 of 20

4. In what year was St. Sixtus III consecrated Pope? Hint

491

433

432

456

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Question 5 of 20

5. What is the first day of Lent known as in English?

Answer: (Two Words)

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Question 6 of 20

6. What does 'Apostle' mean? Hint

One sent on a mission

A descendant

A follower

One who accepts Jesus Christ

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Question 7 of 20

7. The candle that burns 24 hours a day by the tabernacle, to remind Catholics of Jesus' True Presence in the Eucharist, is known as what? Hint

Altar Lamp

Sanctuary Lamp

Tabernacle Lamp

Memory Candle

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Question 8 of 20

8. The black clerical gowns that priests wear are known as what? Hint

Collars

Amices

Albs

Cassocks

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Question 9 of 20

9. The plate in which the host is placed on is known as what? Hint

Ciboria

Cruet

Chalice

Paten

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Question 10 of 20

10. The benches that people sit in during Mass are known as what? Hint

Patios

Couches

Pews

Sofas

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Question 11 of 20

11. Which of the following is not considered one of the traditional three penances that Catholics practice throughout Lent? Hint

Praying

Giving alms

Fasting

Attendance at daily Mass

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Question 12 of 20

12. Which of these is a definition of a sacramental? Hint

A special edition of the Bible used for the reading at Mass

One of the seven sacred rites considered to have been instituted by Christ

Something that reminds Catholics of the power of the sacraments

A young assistant to the priest at Mass

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Question 13 of 20

13. To whom does the Roman Catholic concept of the Immaculate Conception refer? Hint

Jesus

Virgin Mary

Joseph

Peter

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Question 14 of 20

14. Do Catholics worship Mary as a god?

Yes

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Question 15 of 20

15. In what year did Martin Luther start the Protestant Reformation? Hint

1517

1413

1589

1567

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Question 16 of 20

16. Do Catholics accept the doctrine known as 'Sola Scriptura'?

Yes

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Question 17 of 20

17. Can women become Roman Catholic Priests?

Yes

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Question 18 of 20

18. What is the date on which Roman Catholics celebrate the Assumption of Mary? Hint

June 15

December 1

July 15

August 15

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Question 19 of 20

19. What does Corpus Christi mean? Hint

Christ's Day

The Blood of Christ

The Body of Christ

Christ's Church

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Question 20 of 20

20. The traditional papal footwear is what color? Hint

Red

Black

Green

White

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. According to the Catholic Church, in what year was it founded?

Answer: approximately 33 A.D.

According to Catholic tradition, Jesus founded the Catholic Church when he was about 33 years old. 'You are Peter, a stone; and upon this rock I will build my church; and all the powers of hell shall not prevail against it. And I will give you the keys of the Kingdom of Heaven; whatever doors you lock on earth shall be locked in Heaven, and all the doors you open on earth shall be opened in Heaven!' (Matthew 16:18-19).

2. Which Pope started the Second Vatican Council?

Answer: Pope John XXIII

In October of 1962 John XXIII called for a council.

3. Which Pope finished the Second Vatican Council?

Answer: Paul VI

Paul VI is often known as the Pope who started the Novus Ordo mass.

4. In what year was St. Sixtus III consecrated Pope?

Answer: 432

St. Sixtus was the 44th saint to become Pope!

5. What is the first day of Lent known as in English?

Answer: Ash Wednesday

Lent always begins on Ash Wednesday, traditionally with the imposition of ashes on the forehead.

6. What does 'Apostle' mean?

Answer: One sent on a mission

A synonym would be emissary. The word comes from the Greek "ap�stolos", meaning one who is sent off.

7. The candle that burns 24 hours a day by the tabernacle, to remind Catholics of Jesus' True Presence in the Eucharist, is known as what?

Answer: Sanctuary Lamp

The candle is only blown out when the Blessed Sacrament is taken out of the Tabernacle. For example, on Good Friday.

8. The black clerical gowns that priests wear are known as what?

Answer: Cassocks

Unfortunately, most priests do not wear the cassock anymore. I still think the cassocks are really nice.

9. The plate in which the host is placed on is known as what?

Answer: Paten

The Paten should be made of gold or silver, or should be gold plated or silver plated.

10. The benches that people sit in during Mass are known as what?

Answer: Pews

11. Which of the following is not considered one of the traditional three penances that Catholics practice throughout Lent?

Answer: Attendance at daily Mass

Traditionally, during this holy season, Catholics are encouraged to pray more, fast more, and give more alms. Daily Mass attendance is very good and recommended, but is not considered one of the three traditional penances.

12. Which of these is a definition of a sacramental?

Answer: Something that reminds Catholics of the power of the sacraments

Sacramentals help Catholics think and remember the sacraments. For example, a chasuble is a reminder of Holy Orders, and holy water is a reminder of Baptism. Blessings and rites can also be sacramentals.

13. To whom does the Roman Catholic concept of the Immaculate Conception refer?

Answer: Virgin Mary

'Immaculate Mary your praises we sing...' In order for Jesus to be conceived through a human, that human had to be sinless. How can you put something so precious on a ship if the ship isn't good enough to carry it?

14. Do Catholics worship Mary as a god?

Answer: No

Catholics HONOR Mary, they do not WORSHIP her.

15. In what year did Martin Luther start the Protestant Reformation?

Answer: 1517

In the year 1517 Martin Luther started expressing his own views about the faith. This led to dramatic changes and debate.

16. Do Catholics accept the doctrine known as 'Sola Scriptura'?

Answer: No

Sola Scriptura means 'Bible alone'. Catholics do not recognize the Bible alone as sufficient for beliefs. They do recognize Scripture and Sacred Tradition on the same level.

17. Can women become Roman Catholic Priests?

Answer: No

Pope John Paul II has said that the Church has no authority to ordain women. The Church has never ordained women (validly).

18. What is the date on which Roman Catholics celebrate the Assumption of Mary?

Answer: August 15

Catholics believe that Mary, being sinless, was raised body and soul into heaven.

19. What does Corpus Christi mean?

Answer: The Body of Christ

Corpus means Body, and Christi means of Christ.

20. The traditional papal footwear is what color?

Answer: Red

Not all popes have followed this tradition in recent years. Pope John Paul II changed from red to burgundy, a relatively subtle change, but was buried in shoes of the traditional shade of red. While Benedict XVI chose to wear red shoes, Pope Francis opted for black shoes when outdoors, although he continued to wear the traditional indoor red slippers.

Source: Author KyleLD

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