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The Cult of Saints: Historical and Theological Perspectives - Exam
  • 1. What is the primary role of saints in Christian theology?
A) Judges of the living and dead
B) Moral exemplars only
C) Intercessors between God and humans
D) Prophets of the Old Testament
  • 2. What criteria must a person meet to be canonized as a saint?
A) Demonstrated life of virtue and miracles
B) Noble birth
C) Military success
D) Wealth and influence
  • 3. Which saint is known as the patron of travelers?
A) Saint Francis
B) Saint Christopher
C) Saint Anthony
D) Saint Jude
  • 4. Saint Francis of Assisi is best known for his connection to what?
A) Royalty
B) Military campaigns
C) Literature
D) Nature and animals
  • 5. In what form did many early saints spread Christianity?
A) Wealth distribution
B) Art and music
C) Martyrdom
D) Political influence
  • 6. What is 'hagiography'?
A) Church history studies
B) Biographies of saints
C) Biblical exegesis
D) Liturgical texts
  • 7. How does the Catholic Church typically determine sainthood?
A) Canonization process
B) Trial by fire
C) A popular vote among believers
D) Self-declaration
  • 8. Saint Augustine is known for his teachings on which concept?
A) Original sin
B) Purgatory
C) Transubstantiation
D) Predestination
  • 9. The term 'cult of saints' refers to what?
A) A group of followers of a single saint
B) Veneration practices surrounding saints
C) Public protests against saint veneration
D) Theological disputes about saints
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