Question: Liturgical vesture consists of various articles of clothing -- let us see if you can define/identify the following items: Alb vs. Chasuble vs. Cassock vs. Surplice.
Answers:
Alb - an ankle-length white tunic that is typically girdled with a belt or rope at the waist.
Chasuble - a sleeveless outer vestment worn by a priest when celebrating Mass. An alb is worn underneath.
Cassock - an ankle-length black (less often other colors) tunic that is typically buttoned down the front.
Surplice - a loose white garment with wide sleeves that is worn over the cassock by acolytes.