Catholic Church Hierarchy Worksheet
Explore the structure and roles within the Catholic Church hierarchy with this comprehensive worksheet for Grade 7 social studies students.
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. This worksheet will test your knowledge of the Catholic Church hierarchy.
1. Who is considered the head of the Catholic Church and the Bishop of Rome?
Cardinal
Pope
Archbishop
Priest
2. Which of the following is NOT a level of Holy Orders in the Catholic Church?
Deacon
Priest
Bishop
Monk
3. The Pope resides in Vatican City, which is an independent .
4. A is a priest who is responsible for a parish.
5. Cardinals are appointed by the Pope and form the College of Cardinals, whose main duty is to elect a new .
6. Bishops are responsible for overseeing a diocese.
True
False
7. Deacons can celebrate all seven sacraments.
True
False
Match each role with its description.
8. Pope
a. Leader of a diocese
9. Bishop
b. Head of the Catholic Church
10. Priest
c. Assists bishops and priests
11. Deacon
d. Leads a parish
12. Briefly explain the role of the College of Cardinals.
13. How does the hierarchy of the Catholic Church provide structure and organization?