102: Quiz on the History of Fasting
What is the origin of the word "fasting"?
a) From the Latin term jejunium, which means an animal intestine that is always empty
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b) From a root whose primary signification means to hold, to keep, to observe, or to restrain one's self
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c) From a Greek word that means to abstain from food and drink
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Question explanation
The text states that some derive the word fasting from a root whose primary signification means to hold, to keep, to observe, or to restrain one's self.
What does the term "moral or philosophical fast" mean?
a) Abstinence from all kinds of food and drink for a given period
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b) Abstinence from food and drink as dictated by the bodily or mental dispositions peculiar to each individual
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c) Abstinence from food and drink before Holy Communion
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Question explanation
The text states that a moral or philosophical fast may mean such abstinence from food and drink as is dictated by the bodily or mental dispositions peculiar to each individual.
What is the function of positive law in fasting?
a) To take action in determining the days on which this duty must be fulfilled.
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b) To specify the quantity of food allowed at the full meal
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c) To determine the time of day when the full meal should be taken
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Question explanation
The text explains that positive law serves the purpose of determining the specific days on which an obligation must be fulfilled, as well as the proper way in which the obligation should be carried out on those days that have been officially designated.
What is allowed at the collation, which is usually taken in the evening?
a) About eight ounces of food
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b) Milk, eggs, cheese, butter, and fish
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c) A little tea, coffee, chocolate, or such like beverage together with a morsel of bread or biscuit
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Question explanation
The text states that besides a complete meal, the Church now permits a collation usually taken in the evening. A little tea, coffee, chocolate, or such like beverage together with a morsel of bread or biscuit is allowed at the collation.
