- 1. St. Oscar Romero, the Archbishop of San Salvador, is remembered for his courageous stand against the oppressive regime in El Salvador during the late 20th century, a period marked by extreme violence and civil strife. His martyrdom on March 24, 1980, occurred as he was celebrating Mass in a hospital chapel, where he was assassinated by a sniper's bullet, a culmination of the threats he faced for advocating for the marginalized and voicing his opposition to the human rights abuses perpetuated by the government and military forces. Romero had transformed from a conservative cleric into a fearless champion for the poor, speaking out against poverty, social injustice, and the systematic killing of innocent civilians. His homilies, broadcast on the radio, resonated with the people, urging them to find hope and justice amidst despair. Romero’s life and death ignited a profound awakening within the Church and the broader community about the necessity of solidarity with the oppressed, ultimately leading him to be canonized as a saint in 2018. Today, he is celebrated not only as a martyr of faith but also as a symbol of peace and social justice, inspiring future generations to advocate for human dignity and to fight against tyranny.
What year was St. Oscar Romero assassinated?
A) 1990
B) 1980
C) 1975
D) 1985
- 2. Where was St. Oscar Romero killed?
A) In a hospital chapel in San Salvador.
B) In his home.
C) During a pilgrimage.
D) At a public rally.
- 3. What was one of St. Oscar Romero's primary focuses?
A) Advocating for military rule.
B) Defending the rights of the poor.
C) Promoting tourism.
D) Building new churches.
- 4. Which social issue did St. Oscar Romero speak against?
A) Global warming.
B) Climate change.
C) Government repression.
D) Drug trafficking.
- 5. Before becoming archbishop, Romero was a bishop in which city?
A) San Miguel.
B) Santiago de María.
C) San Vicente.
D) Santa Ana.
- 6. Which organization did Romero criticize for human rights abuses?
A) Non-Governmental Organizations.
B) The United Nations.
C) The Catholic Church.
D) The Salvadoran military.
- 7. What was St. Oscar Romero's mission as an archbishop?
A) To expand the military.
B) To promote economic growth.
C) To promote peace and justice.
D) To build more cathedrals.
- 8. In what Vatican II document did Romero's ideals resonate?
A) Lumen Gentium.
B) Sacrosanctum Concilium.
C) Dignitatis Humanae.
D) Gaudium et Spes.
- 9. Romero’s homilies were often broadcasted on which medium?
A) Print media.
B) Radio.
C) Social media.
D) Television.
- 10. In which country did Romero serve as an archbishop?
A) El Salvador.
B) Honduras.
C) Nicaragua.
D) Guatemala.
- 11. What is a common theme in Romero's sermons?
A) Solidarity with the oppressed.
B) Isolation from political issues.
C) Celebration of wealth.
D) Prosperity for the rich.
- 12. What role did Romero have in the Church before becoming archbishop?
A) Auxiliary bishop
B) Cardinal
C) Monk
D) Father confessor
- 13. Which council greatly influenced Romero's pastoral approach?
A) Council of Trent.
B) First Vatican Council.
C) Second Vatican Council.
D) Council of Nicaea.
- 14. Who canonized Oscar Romero?
A) Pope Benedict XVI
B) Pope Leo XIII
C) Pope John Paul II
D) Pope Francis
- 15. What influential document did Romero publish?
A) Pastoral letters
B) Economic forecasts
C) Political treaties
D) Legal reforms
- 16. Who assassinated Oscar Romero?
A) Civilians
B) A death squad
C) Revolutionaries
D) Government officials
- 17. What impact did Romero's martyrdom have worldwide?
A) Nothing significant.
B) Increased violence in the region.
C) Inspiration for human rights advocates.
D) Decreased interest in El Salvador.
- 18. Romero's influence extended beyond El Salvador to which region?
A) Latin America
B) Western Europe
C) North America
D) East Asia
- 19. In what year was Romero beatified?
A) 2010
B) 2020
C) 2000
D) 2015
- 20. Romero's sermons often addressed the plight of which group?
A) Peasants
B) Soldiers
C) Business leaders
D) Politicians
- 21. What was Romero’s background before becoming an archbishop?
A) He was a teacher.
B) He was a politician.
C) He was a priest.
D) He was a lawyer.
- 22. What is the name of the community Romero worked to protect?
A) The poor and marginalized.
B) The wealthy elite.
C) The military.
D) Foreign investors.
- 23. What position did Oscar Romero hold at the time of his assassination?
A) Priest
B) Archbishop
C) Pope
D) Cardinal
- 24. Which event put Romero in the international spotlight?
A) His assassination
B) His writings
C) Visit to the Vatican
D) His installation as archbishop
- 25. What did Romero demand from his government?
A) Respect for human rights.
B) Foreign intervention.
C) Military support.
D) Increased taxation.
- 26. What legacy did St. Oscar Romero leave behind?
A) A call for social justice and peace.
B) Support for violence.
C) A focus solely on personal piety.
D) Promotion of dictatorship.
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