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Study Guide: Pope Francis: Fratelli Tutti Encyclical

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Pope Francis: Fratelli Tutti Encyclical Study Guide

Origins and Inspirations of Fratelli Tutti

Pope Francis's encyclical *Fratelli tutti*, while bearing an Italian title, was originally written in which language?

Answer: False

Explanation: Although the title *Fratelli tutti* is Italian, the encyclical itself was originally written in Spanish.

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The title *Fratelli tutti* is derived from the writings of which historical figure?

Answer: True

Explanation: The title *Fratelli tutti* is derived from the *Admonitions* of Saint Francis of Assisi.

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The encyclical *Fratelli tutti* was officially published on October 4, 2020. What significant feast day does this date coincide with?

Answer: True

Explanation: The encyclical *Fratelli tutti* was officially published on October 4, 2020, which is the feast day of Saint Francis of Assisi.

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The signing of the encyclical *Fratelli tutti* occurred at the tomb of Saint Francis of Assisi in which location?

Answer: False

Explanation: The encyclical *Fratelli tutti* was signed on October 3, 2020, at the tomb of Saint Francis of Assisi, located in the basilica in Assisi, not St. Peter's Basilica in Rome.

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The *Document on Human Fraternity*, signed by Pope Francis and the Grand Imam of Al-Azhar, was a key inspiration for *Fratelli tutti*.

Answer: True

Explanation: The *Document on Human Fraternity for World Peace and Living Together*, signed by Pope Francis and Ahmad Al-Tayyeb (Grand Imam of Al-Azhar) in Abu Dhabi in February 2019, served as a key inspiration for *Fratelli tutti*.

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The International Day of Human Fraternity was established on December 21, 2020, potentially influenced by the themes of *Fratelli tutti*.

Answer: True

Explanation: The United Nations established the International Day of Human Fraternity on December 21, 2020, a date that may have been influenced by the themes presented in Pope Francis's encyclical *Fratelli tutti*.

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Besides Saint Francis of Assisi, who are some non-Catholic figures mentioned as inspirations for *Fratelli tutti*?

Answer: True

Explanation: In addition to Saint Francis of Assisi, Pope Francis cited Martin Luther King, Desmond Tutu, and Mahatma Gandhi as inspirations for the encyclical.

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Archbishop Víctor Manuel Fernández was involved in the redaction of *Fratelli tutti*.

Answer: True

Explanation: Archbishop Víctor Manuel Fernández participated in the encyclical's redaction, and the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development assisted in its drafting.

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Prior to its official publication, the encyclical *Fratelli tutti* was leaked by which source?

Answer: False

Explanation: Despite a news embargo, the original Spanish version of the encyclical *Fratelli tutti* was leaked by the conservative Spanish website InfoVaticana on the same day it was signed, not by the Vatican newspaper *L'Osservatore Romano*.

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In what year was the encyclical *Fratelli tutti* released?

Answer: 2020

Explanation: *Fratelli tutti* was released in 2020.

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Where did Pope Francis sign the encyclical *Fratelli tutti*?

Answer: Assisi

Explanation: Pope Francis signed the encyclical *Fratelli tutti* at the tomb of Saint Francis of Assisi in Assisi.

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What significant event occurred for the first time when *Fratelli tutti* was signed?

Answer: It was signed outside of Rome.

Explanation: The signing of *Fratelli tutti* in Assisi marked the first time a papal encyclical was signed outside of Rome.

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Which document served as an inspiration for *Fratelli tutti* and was signed by Pope Francis and the Grand Imam of Al-Azhar?

Answer: The Document on Human Fraternity

Explanation: The *Document on Human Fraternity for World Peace and Living Together*, signed by Pope Francis and the Grand Imam of Al-Azhar, served as an inspiration for *Fratelli tutti*.

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Which non-Catholic figures were mentioned as inspirations for *Fratelli tutti*?

Answer: Martin Luther King, Desmond Tutu, and Mahatma Gandhi

Explanation: In addition to Saint Francis of Assisi, non-Catholic figures mentioned as inspirations for *Fratelli tutti* include Martin Luther King, Desmond Tutu, and Mahatma Gandhi.

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Which of the following was NOT mentioned as an inspiration for *Fratelli tutti*?

Answer: Saint Augustine

Explanation: Saint Francis of Assisi, Mahatma Gandhi, and Desmond Tutu were mentioned as inspirations for *Fratelli tutti*. Saint Augustine was not.

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Structure and Content of Fratelli Tutti

What is the approximate length and number of chapters in the encyclical *Fratelli tutti*?

Answer: False

Explanation: The encyclical *Fratelli tutti* is approximately 43,000 words long and is divided into 8 chapters, not 10,000 words and 4 chapters.

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How does *Fratelli tutti* conclude?

Answer: False

Explanation: *Fratelli tutti* concludes with two prayers: one addressed to the Creator as Father, and an ecumenical Christian prayer addressed to the Holy Trinity.

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The encyclical *Fratelli tutti* is officially referenced in *Acta Apostolicae Sedis*, Volume 112, Issue 11.

Answer: True

Explanation: The encyclical *Fratelli tutti* is officially referenced in *Acta Apostolicae Sedis* (AAS) Volume 112, Issue 11, pages 969-1074.

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What is the full title and subtitle of Pope Francis's third encyclical?

Answer: *Fratelli tutti* on fraternity and social friendship

Explanation: The full title of Pope Francis's third encyclical is *Fratelli tutti*, and its subtitle is 'on fraternity and social friendship'.

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What is the literal English translation of the Italian title *Fratelli tutti*?

Answer: All Brothers

Explanation: The Italian title *Fratelli tutti* literally translates to 'All Brothers' in English.

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What is the official Vatican reference for *Fratelli tutti*?

Answer: AAS Volume 112, Issue 11

Explanation: The official Vatican reference for *Fratelli tutti* is *Acta Apostolicae Sedis* (AAS) Volume 112, Issue 11.

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Core Themes: Fraternity and Social Friendship

In *Fratelli tutti*, how is interreligious dialogue presented?

Answer: False

Explanation: Interreligious dialogue is presented in *Fratelli tutti* as a vital means to foster friendship, peace, and harmony among peoples, not as a tool to foster conflict.

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Which parable serves as the theological core of the encyclical *Fratelli tutti*?

Answer: False

Explanation: The Parable of the Good Samaritan serves as the theological core of Pope Francis's encyclical *Fratelli tutti*, not the Parable of the Prodigal Son.

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In the context of the Good Samaritan parable, Pope Francis urges people to become 'Good Samaritans' who do what?

Answer: False

Explanation: Pope Francis urges people to become 'Good Samaritans' who bear the pain of others' troubles, rather than increasing hatred and resentment.

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A sense of global kinship is disappearing, leading to 'globalized indifference,' according to the encyclical.

Answer: True

Explanation: According to the encyclical, a sense of global kinship is disappearing, leading to a phenomenon described as 'globalized indifference'.

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Does *Fratelli tutti* suggest that universal brotherhood is impossible to achieve in the current world?

Answer: False

Explanation: *Fratelli tutti* suggests that universal brotherhood is possible but requires a decisive commitment to developing effective means to achieve it.

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The encyclical identifies excessive consumption and wastefulness as hindrances to universal brotherhood.

Answer: True

Explanation: The encyclical identifies issues such as isolationism, nationalism, economies focused on individual interests, a loss of historical perspective, excessive consumption, wastefulness, neglect of the environment, and a 'throwaway culture' as hindrances to universal brotherhood.

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According to Pope Francis in *Fratelli tutti*, are liberty and equality sufficient without fraternity?

Answer: False

Explanation: The encyclical explains that liberty and equality are meaningless without fraternity, emphasizing that fraternity is essential for enhancing both.

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What is a primary call to action mentioned in *Fratelli tutti*?

Answer: Rejection of wars and promotion of human fraternity

Explanation: A primary call to action mentioned in *Fratelli tutti* is the rejection of wars and the promotion of human fraternity and solidarity.

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What parable forms the theological core of *Fratelli tutti*?

Answer: The Parable of the Good Samaritan

Explanation: The Parable of the Good Samaritan forms the theological core of the encyclical *Fratelli tutti*.

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How does *Fratelli tutti* relate fraternity to liberty and equality?

Answer: Liberty and equality are meaningless without fraternity.

Explanation: The encyclical explains that fraternity is essential for enhancing both freedom and equality, stating that liberty and equality are meaningless without fraternity.

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Which philosopher's interpretations influenced the encyclical's discussion of 'neighbour'?

Answer: Paul Ricoeur

Explanation: The interpretations of Paul Ricoeur influenced the encyclical's discussion of 'neighbour'.

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Social Justice and Human Dignity in Fratelli Tutti

The encyclical describes racism as a disease that adapts and hides, condemning religious nationalism.

Answer: True

Explanation: The encyclical describes racism as a 'virus' that mutates, hides, and lies in wait, and it condemns believers who support nationalism, xenophobia, and contempt for those who are different.

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According to *Fratelli tutti*, what is Pope Francis's stance on national borders in relation to immigration?

Answer: False

Explanation: Pope Francis argues that national borders should not be absolute barriers preventing immigration, asserting that countries belong to foreigners as well as natives.

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The encyclical rejects the term "minorities" and advocates for "full citizenship" for all.

Answer: True

Explanation: The encyclical calls for the establishment of 'full citizenship' and rejects the discriminatory use of the term 'minorities,' emphasizing that differences among people are a gift and that other cultures are not enemies.

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The encyclical criticizes abstract declarations of human rights for failing to promote true equality.

Answer: True

Explanation: The encyclical criticizes documents like the Universal Declaration of Human Rights for being abstract, arguing that true equality is achieved through the cultivation of fraternity, not mere proclamation.

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What does Pope Francis assert about the recognition of women's equal dignity and rights in the current organization of societies worldwide?

Answer: False

Explanation: Pope Francis asserts that the organization of societies worldwide is still far from clearly reflecting that women possess the same dignity and identical rights as men.

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The death penalty is considered "inadmissible" by Pope Francis in *Fratelli tutti*, and the Church is committed to its abolition.

Answer: True

Explanation: Pope Francis reiterates in *Fratelli tutti* that the death penalty is 'inadmissible' and that the Catholic Church is committed to its worldwide abolition.

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What is Pope Francis's view on life imprisonment as presented in *Fratelli tutti*?

Answer: False

Explanation: Pope Francis expresses opposition to life imprisonment in *Fratelli tutti*, referring to it as a 'secret death penalty'.

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How does *Fratelli tutti* describe racism?

Answer: A virus that mutates, hides, and lies in wait.

Explanation: The encyclical describes racism as a 'virus' that mutates, hides, and lies in wait.

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What is Pope Francis's stance on immigration and national borders as presented in the encyclical?

Answer: No one should be excluded based on birthplace, and countries belong to foreigners too.

Explanation: Pope Francis supports the cause of immigrants, stating that no one should be excluded based on their birthplace or privileges, and that national borders should not impede this principle, asserting that countries also belong to foreigners.

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What does the encyclical advocate for regarding the term 'minorities'?

Answer: It should be rejected as discriminatory, advocating instead for 'full citizenship'.

Explanation: The encyclical calls for the establishment of 'full citizenship' and rejects the discriminatory use of the term 'minorities'.

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What is Pope Francis's definitive position on the death penalty in *Fratelli tutti*?

Answer: It is inadmissible and the Church seeks its abolition.

Explanation: Pope Francis's definitive position is that the death penalty is 'inadmissible' and the Church seeks its abolition.

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What criticism does the encyclical offer regarding documents like the Universal Declaration of Human Rights?

Answer: They are abstract and insufficient without the cultivation of fraternity.

Explanation: The encyclical criticizes documents like the Universal Declaration of Human Rights for being abstract and insufficient without the cultivation of fraternity.

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What is Pope Francis's view on life imprisonment?

Answer: It is a "secret death penalty."

Explanation: Pope Francis views life imprisonment as a 'secret death penalty'.

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According to the encyclical, what is still far from reflecting women's equal dignity and rights?

Answer: The organization of societies worldwide

Explanation: According to the encyclical, the organization of societies worldwide is still far from reflecting women's equal dignity and rights.

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Global Order and Economics in Fratelli Tutti

The denial of the transcendent dignity of the human person is identified as the basis of modern totalitarianism in the encyclical.

Answer: True

Explanation: The encyclical identifies the denial of the transcendent dignity of the human person as the foundation of modern totalitarianism.

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According to the encyclical *Fratelli tutti*, what did the management of the COVID-19 pandemic highlight regarding global cooperation?

Answer: False

Explanation: The encyclical highlights the failure in global cooperation demonstrated by the way various countries managed the COVID-19 pandemic, not successes.

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What kind of global governance structure does *Fratelli tutti* call for?

Answer: False

Explanation: *Fratelli tutti* calls for the development of a mid- to long-term form of global governance capable of effectively integrating migrants and promoting development in their countries of origin through solidarity-based policies, not solely crisis response.

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Pope Francis suggests reforming the United Nations to prevent its "delegitimization."

Answer: True

Explanation: Pope Francis suggests reforming the United Nations to prevent it from becoming 'delegitimized'.

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How does *Fratelli tutti* characterize 'good politics'?

Answer: False

Explanation: Good politics, according to the encyclical, is defined by its attempt to build communities and listen to all opinions, focusing on the love put into the work and the bonds created, rather than just popularity or votes.

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The encyclical warns against economic selfishness and financial speculation.

Answer: True

Explanation: The encyclical warns against economic selfishness and financial speculation, stating that the COVID-19 pandemic revealed the limitations of market freedom and the need to prioritize human dignity.

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What is the encyclical's stance on the neoliberal economic model?

Answer: False

Explanation: The encyclical denounces the 'dogma' of neoliberalism, which posits that the market alone can solve all problems, often resorting to 'spillover' or 'trickle-down' theories.

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How does *Fratelli tutti* define the right to private property in relation to human dignity and the common good?

Answer: False

Explanation: The encyclical accepts the right to property but considers it secondary to human dignity, reorienting it as a responsibility for the planet and emphasizing its contribution to the common good.

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What is Pope Francis's stance on the justification of war in the modern era, according to *Fratelli tutti*?

Answer: False

Explanation: Pope Francis asserts that wars can no longer be considered justifiable in the modern era, as the risks associated with them outweigh any perceived benefits, making the concept of 'just war' difficult to invoke.

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The encyclical proposes dialogue as a replacement for war and terrorism.

Answer: True

Explanation: The encyclical proposes dialogue as the primary means to address conflicts, denouncing war, nuclear weapons, and terrorism as misguided substitutes that primarily serve national agendas.

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The encyclical criticizes the concept of "just war" as outdated and unjustifiable in modern times.

Answer: True

Explanation: The encyclical criticizes the concept of 'just war' as outdated and unjustifiable in modern times.

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Which event, according to Pope Francis in *Fratelli tutti*, demonstrated a failure in global cooperation?

Answer: The management of the COVID-19 pandemic

Explanation: According to Pope Francis in *Fratelli tutti*, the management of the COVID-19 pandemic demonstrated a failure in global cooperation.

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What does the encyclical identify as the foundation of modern totalitarianism?

Answer: The denial of the transcendent dignity of the human person

Explanation: The encyclical identifies the denial of the transcendent dignity of the human person as the foundation of modern totalitarianism.

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What kind of global governance does *Fratelli tutti* advocate for?

Answer: A mid- to long-term structure promoting solidarity and development.

Explanation: *Fratelli tutti* advocates for a mid- to long-term structure promoting solidarity and development, capable of effectively integrating migrants and promoting development in their countries of origin.

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How does *Fratelli tutti* characterize 'good politics'?

Answer: An attempt to build communities and listen to all opinions.

Explanation: Good politics, according to the encyclical, is characterized by its attempt to build communities and listen to all opinions, focusing on love and created bonds rather than popularity.

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What economic theory does the encyclical denounce?

Answer: Neoliberalism

Explanation: The encyclical denounces the neoliberal economic model.

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What is Pope Francis's view on the justification of war in the modern era?

Answer: It is never justifiable due to modern risks.

Explanation: Pope Francis believes that war can no longer be considered justifiable in the modern era due to the risks involved.

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What does the encyclical propose as a replacement for war and terrorism?

Answer: Dialogue

Explanation: The encyclical proposes dialogue as a replacement for war and terrorism.

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Interpretations and Reactions to Fratelli Tutti

Father Thomas J. Reese raised a criticism regarding the title *Fratelli tutti*, suggesting it could be perceived as discriminatory towards whom?

Answer: False

Explanation: Father Thomas J. Reese criticized the title *Fratelli tutti*, suggesting its literal translation ('Brothers all') could be seen as discriminatory toward women, although he acknowledged the common understanding of inclusivity.

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The Catholic Women's Council expressed concern regarding the title *Fratelli tutti*, believing it might give the impression of being addressed exclusively to whom?

Answer: True

Explanation: The Catholic Women's Council expressed concern that the title *Fratelli tutti* might give the impression that the encyclical is addressed only to men, which they found frustrating given the Church's stance on female priesthood.

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In her response to *Fratelli tutti*, Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya compared the Belarusian people to which figure from the Good Samaritan parable?

Answer: True

Explanation: Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya compared the Belarusian people to the robbed and wounded traveler in the Good Samaritan parable in her response to *Fratelli tutti*.

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How did *Our Sunday Visitor* describe *Fratelli tutti* in comparison to *Laudato si'*?

Answer: False

Explanation: *Our Sunday Visitor* described *Fratelli tutti* as a papal plea to care for our fellow man, analogous to how *Laudato si'* was a plea to care for our common home.

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What criticism did Dr. Annemarie Paulin-Campbell offer regarding the encyclical's focus on women?

Answer: False

Explanation: Dr. Annemarie Paulin-Campbell criticized the title and frequent use of 'fraternity' for having masculine connotations and noted that while the encyclical addressed many social issues, it did not specifically address problems particularly concerning women.

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Fr. James J. Martin praised the encyclical for its stance on the death penalty.

Answer: True

Explanation: Fr. James J. Martin praised the encyclical for ratifying a change in church teaching by declaring the death penalty 'inadmissible' and advocating for its abolition.

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Bishop José Horacio Gómez interpreted the encyclical *Fratelli tutti* as a challenge to overcome which societal tendency?

Answer: True

Explanation: Bishop José Horacio Gómez stated that the encyclical challenges people to overcome individualism in their culture and to serve their neighbors with love.

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What message did Simone Campbell draw from the encyclical *Fratelli tutti*?

Answer: False

Explanation: Simone Campbell interpreted the encyclical's message as a call to move beyond divisiveness and unite in building a world worthy of all God's children.

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What did Grand Imam Ahmad al-Tayyeb say about the encyclical *Fratelli tutti*'s message regarding the vulnerable?

Answer: False

Explanation: Grand Imam Ahmad al-Tayyeb stated that the encyclical restores humanity's consciousness by highlighting the plight of the vulnerable and marginalized.

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The Grand Lodge of Spain praised the encyclical for embracing "universal fraternity."

Answer: True

Explanation: The Grand Lodge of Spain praised the encyclical for embracing 'universal fraternity,' which they consider a foundational principle of modern Masonry.

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In what year was the *Fratelli Tutti* Political School established?

Answer: False

Explanation: The *Fratelli Tutti* Political School, an online school of political thought, was established in May 2021, not 2020.

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The Fratelli tutti foundation aims to promote justice and solidarity.

Answer: True

Explanation: The Fratelli tutti foundation, established in October 2021, aims to promote justice, solidarity, and the common good.

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Taiwan organized an art exhibition related to the encyclical in July 2022.

Answer: True

Explanation: In July 2022, Taiwan organized an art exhibition titled 'Friendly Taiwan meets Fratelli tutti' to celebrate 80 years of diplomatic relations with the Holy See.

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What criticism did Father Thomas J. Reese raise about the title *Fratelli tutti*?

Answer: Its literal translation ('Brothers all') could be seen as discriminatory toward women.

Explanation: Father Thomas J. Reese criticized the title *Fratelli tutti*, suggesting its literal translation ('Brothers all') could be seen as discriminatory toward women.

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What did Fr. James J. Martin praise about the encyclical?

Answer: Its declaration that the death penalty is inadmissible.

Explanation: Fr. James J. Martin praised the encyclical for its declaration that the death penalty is inadmissible.

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What did the Grand Orient of Italy note about *Fratelli tutti*?

Answer: Its idea of universal brotherhood aligned with Freemasonry.

Explanation: The Grand Orient of Italy noted that the encyclical's idea of universal brotherhood aligned with Masonic principles.

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What did Grand Imam Ahmad al-Tayyeb say about the encyclical's message?

Answer: It restored humanity's consciousness by highlighting the vulnerable.

Explanation: Grand Imam Ahmad al-Tayyeb said the encyclical restores humanity's consciousness by highlighting the plight of the vulnerable.

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