- 1. St. Thomas Aquinas was a medieval theologian and philosopher whose works have profoundly influenced Western thought and the development of Christian theology. Born in 1225 in the Kingdom of Sicily, Aquinas was a member of the Dominican Order and is best known for his syntheses of Aristotelian philosophy and Christian doctrine, which he articulated through his magnum opus, the 'Summa Theologica.' In this extensive work, he sought to explain the relationship between faith and reason, arguing that both are essential to understanding truth. He systematically addressed various theological questions, including the existence of God, the nature of divine grace, and ethical moral behavior, employing a method of rigorous rational inquiry combined with theological reflection. His concept of Natural Law posited that human beings can discern right from wrong through reason alone, further bridging the gap between philosophy and morality. Aquinas’ legacy extends beyond theology; he has had a lasting impact on various fields, including law, political theory, and education, making him a central figure in the intellectual tradition of the Catholic Church. His canonization in 1323 and later designation as a Doctor of the Church further attest to his significance in shaping Christian thought, and his feast day is celebrated on January 28 every year.
In which century did St. Thomas Aquinas live?
A) 14th century.
B) 15th century.
C) 12th century.
D) 13th century.
- 2. What is the title of St. Thomas Aquinas' most famous work?
A) The Divine Comedy.
B) City of God.
C) Confessions.
D) Summa Theologica.
- 3. Which university did St. Thomas Aquinas study at?
A) University of Salamanca.
B) University of Paris.
C) University of Bologna.
D) University of Oxford.
- 4. What theological concept is Aquinas known for developing?
A) Predestination.
B) Original sin.
C) Transubstantiation.
D) Natural law.
- 5. What title is often given to Aquinas in recognition of his contributions?
A) Doctor Angelicus.
B) Doctor Mysticus.
C) Doctor Imperfectus.
D) Doctor Universalis.
- 6. What is the primary focus of the Summa Theologica?
A) Theology and philosophy.
B) History and politics.
C) Art and literature.
D) Science and mathematics.
- 7. Which of the following concepts did Aquinas argue for?
A) God's complete separation from the world.
B) Faith alone without reason.
C) The existence of God through reason.
D) The inability of reason to know God.
- 8. How did Aquinas view faith in relation to reason?
A) They are fundamentally opposed.
B) Faith is superior to reason.
C) Faith and reason are harmonious.
D) Reason is superior to faith.
- 9. St. Thomas Aquinas was canonized as a saint in which year?
A) 1500.
B) 1233.
C) 1323.
D) 1400.
- 10. Which philosophical tradition influenced St. Thomas Aquinas significantly?
A) Platonism.
B) Aristotelianism.
C) Stoicism.
D) Epicureanism.
- 11. Which philosophical principle states that all things have a purpose?
A) Metaphysics.
B) Ontology.
C) Teleology.
D) Epistemology.
- 12. What did Aquinas think about the soul?
A) It is merely a projection of the mind.
B) It is the form of the body.
C) It ceases to exist after death.
D) It is separate from the body.
- 13. What is the concept of 'Virtue Ethics' as understood by Aquinas?
A) The pursuit of pleasure.
B) The avoidance of pain.
C) The adherence to laws and regulations.
D) The development of character and moral virtues.
- 14. Aquinas distinguishes between which types of law?
A) Common law, equity law, international law.
B) Eternal law, natural law, human law.
C) Positive law, statutory law, natural law.
D) Civil law, moral law, divine law.
- 15. What role did Aquinas believe reason played in faith?
A) Irrelevant
B) Separate
C) Contradictory
D) Complementary
- 16. Which Pope declared St. Thomas Aquinas a Doctor of the Church?
A) Pope Benedict XVI
B) Pope Leo XIII
C) Pope Pius V
D) Pope John Paul II
- 17. In which year was Aquinas born?
A) 1250
B) 1225
C) 1200
D) 1300
- 18. What philosophical concept did Aquinas expand upon regarding potentiality and actuality?
A) Hylomorphism
B) Nihilism
C) Empiricism
D) Idealism
- 19. What is the main goal of Aquinas's 'Summa Theologica'?
A) To write poetry
B) To critique philosophy
C) To explain Christian doctrine
D) To define law
- 20. What argument did Aquinas propose for the First Cause?
A) Ontological argument
B) Cosmological argument
C) Teleological argument
D) Moral argument
- 21. Aquinas emphasized the importance of which philosophical method?
A) Empiricism
B) Rationalism
C) Skepticism
D) Scholasticism
- 22. What city was St. Thomas Aquinas born in?
A) Florence
B) Roccasecca
C) Naples
D) Rome
- 23. Which work did Aquinas write as a commentary on Aristotle?
A) Meditations
B) Commentary on the Nicomachean Ethics
C) The Prince
D) The Republic
- 24. In which continent did Aquinas primarily live and work?
A) America
B) Europe
C) Africa
D) Asia
- 25. Where was St. Thomas Aquinas born?
A) Spain
B) France
C) Greece
D) Italy
- 26. What doctrine did Aquinas argue regarding the existence of God?
A) Seven Principles
B) Ten Commandments
C) Three Laws
D) Five Ways
- 27. Which religious order did St. Thomas Aquinas belong to?
A) Franciscan Order
B) Dominican Order
C) Benedictine Order
D) Jesuit Order
- 28. Which philosopher influenced Aquinas's views on ethics?
A) Plato
B) Descartes
C) Aristotle
D) Socrates
- 29. What city in Italy is associated with the death of St. Thomas Aquinas?
A) Milan
B) Fossanova
C) Rome
D) Florence
- 30. Which of the following is a theological virtue according to Aquinas?
A) Courage
B) Temperance
C) Prudence
D) Hope
- 31. What concept describes the ultimate purpose of human life according to Aquinas?
A) Beatific Vision
B) Social Justice
C) Moral Perfection
D) Self-Realization
- 32. What did Aquinas emphasize about the soul?
A) Materiality
B) Permanence
C) Immortality
D) Mortality
- 33. What is the theological virtue emphasized by Aquinas?
A) Charity
B) Justice
C) Temperance
D) Fate
- 34. What city is St. Thomas Aquinas primarily associated with?
A) Rome
B) Venice
C) Florence
D) Naples
- 35. In Scholastic thought, what method is associated with St. Thomas Aquinas?
A) Dialectical method
B) Experimental method
C) Axiomatic method
D) Intuitive method
- 36. Aquinas argued that all things move towards their?
A) Formal cause
B) Efficient cause
C) Material cause
D) Final cause
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