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Catechism of the Catholic Church

The Celebration of the Liturgy

1. Which of the following are signs and actions which emphasize the integral part of the liturgy of the Word in sacramental celebrations?
   Choose any combination of the below.
   1. the book.
   2. lectern.
   3. incense.
   4. the act of reading.
   5. the responses of the assembly.

2. True or false. Proper song and music in the liturgy, although acting as signs in regard to liturgical action, are not elements which can promote the sanctification of the faithful.

3. True or false. The use of icons and images in the Catholic home is now recognized as an obstacle to faith and the true worship of God.

4. Why is Sunday the principal day for the celebration of the Eucharist?
   Choose any combination of the following.
   1. It is the "eighth day", the day that the Lord has made.
   2. It is the "first day" a memorial of the first day of creation.
   3. It is the day of the Jewish Passover.
   4. It is the day on which Jesus began his ministry.
   5. It is the day of Christ's Resurrection.

5. True or false. In the course of the liturgical year the whole mystery of Christ's life and the coming of the Spirit is celebrated.

6. Why does the Catholic Church recommend the veneration of the saints and their memorials on fixed dates of the liturgical year?
   Choose any combination of the following.
   1. It gives glory to Christ for having accomplished his salvation in the saints.
   2. The Paschal mystery is proclaimed in those who have suffered and been glorified.
   3. It shows, in these celebrations, that the Church is united with the liturgy in heaven.
   4. Following Vatican II, the Church no longer recommends veneration.
   5. Their examples encourage us and draw us to the Father through Christ.

7. Which of the following is not true of the Liturgy of the Hours?
   Choose any combination of the following.
   1. It allows the whole course of the day to be made holy.
   2. It is a prayer exclusively reserved for the clergy and religious.
   3. Through it, the Eucharist transfigures the time of each day.
   4. It demands a deeper understanding of the liturgy and the Bible.
   5. It unites us with Christ.

8. The members of the Church are "living stones" out of which the Church is built. True or false. This means that it is the sense of community as the People of God gathered together that makes the body of believers into a "spiritual house."

9. True or false. The visible churches and holy places are images of the heavenly Jerusalem.

10. Which of the following actions are not appropriate in a church?
    Pick any combination of the following.
    1. personal prayer.
    2. hearing the word of God.
    3. offering the sacrifice of Christ.
    4. celebrating public worship.
    5. None of the above.