1. QUESTION 1b Analyze Must we choose between believing scientific theories about how the world began and believing the creation story? We don’t have to choose between the stories. Scientific theories can give us facts based on evidence. The story in the Bible tells us a basic truth; we are made in God’s image. As Catholics, we are free to believe in most scientific theories about creation as long as we place God at the center. CHAPTER 5, SECTION 1, Quick Review

2. QUESTION 2a Explain In what ways are the first eleven chapters of Genesis myths? The first eleven chapters of Genesis are myths because they deal with the origin of humans, the meaning of our existence, our place in the universe, and the origins of good and evil. CHAPTER 5, SECTION 1, Quick Review

3. QUESTION 2b Analyze What is the purpose of the myths in Genesis? The purpose of the myths in Genesis is to tell the basic truths that we are made in God’s image, that humans brought sin into the world, and that God continues to love us despite of the fact that we are sinners. CHAPTER 5, SECTION 1, Quick Review

4. QUESTION 3a Contrast What is the major difference between the first eleven chapters in Genesis and the story of Abraham? The major difference is that the first eleven chapters are myths and do not have a historical basis, but the story of Abraham and his descendants does have an historical basis. CHAPTER 5, SECTION 1, Quick Review

5. QUESTION 3b Analyze How would the story of Abraham and his descendants be useful to historians? The story of Abraham and his descendants would be useful to historians because it mentions specific places and tribes, and it provides a picture of life at that time. CHAPTER 5, SECTION 1, Quick Review

6. QUESTION 3c List Which truths are conveyed in the story of creation? The truths in the Genesis version of creation are: God created everything; all creation is good and is a gift from God; humans are in charge of caring for creation and are made in God’s image and likeness. CHAPTER 5, SECTION 1, Quick Review

7. QUESTION 4a Recall When does Original Sin enter the world, according to Genesis? Original Sin enters the world when Adam and Eve disobey God. CHAPTER 5, SECTION 1, Quick Review

8. QUESTION 4b Apply How does the Genesis story of the Fall apply to all people? The story of the Fall applies to all people because it shows that we are all prone to sin. Mary is without Original Sin….(Immaculate Conception) CHAPTER 5, SECTION 1, Quick Review

9. QUESTION 4c Explain How is Original Sin overcome? Original Sin is overcome by Jesus’ redemption of us. CHAPTER 5, SECTION 1, Quick Review