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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Is the hell mentioned in the creed meant to be a location, according to the Catholic Church?

2. The meaning of Jesus is in what language?

3. Holding fast to faith is in accordance with what?

4. According to the Catholic Church the reason for what the Jews are doing is what?

5. The Catechism offers _____________ means by which to help understand the real literal significance of what is written.

Short Essay Questions

1. Why do people have the capacity to come to knowledge of God?

2. For whom is this book written?

3. What does the Catechism say about the faith one should have in God, compared to his own parents?

4. How did baptism begin?

5. With what truth does this book begin?

6. What are the seven sacraments?

7. What is the purpose of this first chapter?

8. What is the significance of the English translation of Jesus?

9. What does catechism mean?

10. To what must one submit? What examples are given of those who have been submissive?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The book's official author is the Catholic Church.

Part 1) What is meant by the Catholic Church in regards to writing this book?

Part 2) Does the fact that it was written by the Catholic Church give this book more power? Why or why not?

Part 3) Might people from other religions or denominations be interested in reading this book? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 2

This book discusses the interpretation of Jesus as Lord.

Part 1) What does this book say about Jesus Christ? Why do the authors discuss the interpretation of Jesus as Lord? Why is this important?

Part 2) What does this interpretation reveal about Jesus? How does His name and role as Lord symbolize Him and His purpose on Earth?

Part 3) How is the idea of Jesus seen in Judaism? Why do they not believe that Jesus is Lord, according to Catholicism? Do you agree? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 3

The name of God is significant.

Part 1) What is the name of God? What does it mean?

Part 2) What is significant about the name of God?

Part 3) To you, what does God mean? Does this discussion in the book about his name alter your view of God? Why or why not?

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