- 1. St. Perpetua and St. Felicity are revered as two of the most notable early Christian martyrs, whose story has inspired many throughout the centuries. St. Perpetua was a young noblewoman from Carthage, a vibrant city in North Africa, and St. Felicity was her loyal slave. Their martyrdom occurred in the year 203 AD during the reign of Emperor Septimius Severus, a time when Christians faced severe persecution. Perpetua, who was nursing her infant son at the time of her arrest, was apprehended along with her Christian companions for refusing to renounce their faith. The pair formed a bond of deep friendship and spiritual sisterhood, even as they faced the harrowing prospect of death. Their remarkable account, particularly narrated through Perpetua’s own diary, reveals a profound faith that transcended their dire circumstances; she describes visions that assured her of her eventual victory in martyrdom. Ultimately, they were condemned to die in the arena, where they stood steadfastly in their beliefs, ultimately giving their lives as a testimony to their faith. The courage displayed by Perpetua and Felicity not only significantly contributed to the early Church's resilience but also served as an enduring testament to the strength of faith against oppression, with their feast day celebrated on March 7 in the Western Christian tradition.
In which year were St. Perpetua and St. Felicity martyred?
A) 203 AD
B) 250 AD
C) 150 AD
D) 100 AD
- 2. What was St. Perpetua's social status?
A) Merchant
B) Peasant
C) Slave
D) Noblewoman
- 3. Where were St. Perpetua and St. Felicity imprisoned?
A) Rome
B) Carthage
C) Alexandria
D) Jerusalem
- 4. What type of execution were they subjected to?
A) Gladiatorial combat
B) Burning
C) Beheading
D) Crucifixion
- 5. Which text contains the account of their martyrdom?
A) The Gospel of Mark
B) The Book of Martyrs
C) The Acts of the Apostles
D) The Passion of Saint Perpetua and Felicity
- 6. Which emperor was in power during their martyrdom?
A) Septimius Severus
B) Nero
C) Constantine
D) Diocletian
- 7. What does the term 'martyr' mean?
A) Leader
B) Witness
C) Prophet
D) Fighter
- 8. How did St. Perpetua and St. Felicity’s story influence later Christians?
A) Discouraged worship
B) Encouraged wealth
C) Inspired martyrdom and faith
D) Promoted heretical beliefs
- 9. What did St. Perpetua's father try to do?
A) Persuade her to marry
B) Convert her to another religion
C) Get her released
D) Convince her to renounce her faith
- 10. How do St. Perpetua and Felicity inspire modern Christians?
A) Their family connections
B) Their wealth and status
C) Their political influence
D) Their example of faith under persecution
- 11. Which empire was in power during the time of St. Perpetua and St. Felicity's martyrdom?
A) Roman Empire
B) Persian Empire
C) Ottoman Empire
D) Byzantine Empire
- 12. The story of St. Perpetua and Felicity is an example of?
A) Greek mythology
B) Roman history
C) Medieval tales
D) Early Christian literature
- 13. What virtue did St. Perpetua emphasize in her account?
A) Political resistance
B) Courage in faith
C) Wealth accumulation
D) Family loyalty
- 14. St. Perpetua was arrested for practicing which faith?
A) Gnosticism
B) Christianity
C) Judaism
D) Paganism
- 15. What did St. Felicity give birth to shortly before her martyrdom?
A) None; she was not pregnant
B) A son
C) A daughter
D) Twins
- 16. What message did St. Perpetua convey through her visions?
A) Chaos and destruction
B) Despair and fear
C) Hope and divine promise
D) Wealth and fortune
- 17. What animal killed St. Perpetua according to the accounts?
A) A wild heifer
B) A tiger
C) A bear
D) A lion
|