- 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) 1980
B) 1975
C) 1985
D) 1990
- 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) Promoting tourism.
B) Defending the rights of the poor.
C) Building new churches.
D) Advocating for military rule.
- 4. Which social issue did St. Oscar Romero speak against?
A) Government repression.
B) Drug trafficking.
C) Climate change.
D) Global warming.
- 5. Before becoming archbishop, Romero was a bishop in which city?
A) Santa Ana.
B) Santiago de María.
C) San Vicente.
D) San Miguel.
- 6. Which organization did Romero criticize for human rights abuses?
A) Non-Governmental Organizations.
B) The Salvadoran military.
C) The United Nations.
D) The Catholic Church.
- 7. What was St. Oscar Romero's mission as an archbishop?
A) To build more cathedrals.
B) To promote peace and justice.
C) To promote economic growth.
D) To expand the military.
- 8. In what Vatican II document did Romero's ideals resonate?
A) Sacrosanctum Concilium.
B) Lumen Gentium.
C) Gaudium et Spes.
D) Dignitatis Humanae.
- 9. Romero’s homilies were often broadcasted on which medium?
A) Social media.
B) Television.
C) Print media.
D) Radio.
- 10. In which country did Romero serve as an archbishop?
A) Guatemala.
B) El Salvador.
C) Honduras.
D) Nicaragua.
- 11. What is a common theme in Romero's sermons?
A) Isolation from political issues.
B) Prosperity for the rich.
C) Solidarity with the oppressed.
D) Celebration of wealth.
- 12. What role did Romero have in the Church before becoming archbishop?
A) Father confessor
B) Cardinal
C) Monk
D) Auxiliary bishop
- 13. Which council greatly influenced Romero's pastoral approach?
A) Council of Nicaea.
B) First Vatican Council.
C) Council of Trent.
D) Second Vatican Council.
- 14. Who canonized Oscar Romero?
A) Pope John Paul II
B) Pope Benedict XVI
C) Pope Leo XIII
D) Pope Francis
- 15. What influential document did Romero publish?
A) Political treaties
B) Legal reforms
C) Pastoral letters
D) Economic forecasts
- 16. Who assassinated Oscar Romero?
A) Government officials
B) Revolutionaries
C) Civilians
D) A death squad
- 17. What impact did Romero's martyrdom have worldwide?
A) Inspiration for human rights advocates.
B) Nothing significant.
C) Decreased interest in El Salvador.
D) Increased violence in the region.
- 18. Romero's influence extended beyond El Salvador to which region?
A) East Asia
B) Latin America
C) Western Europe
D) North America
- 19. In what year was Romero beatified?
A) 2020
B) 2010
C) 2015
D) 2000
- 20. Romero's sermons often addressed the plight of which group?
A) Politicians
B) Peasants
C) Business leaders
D) Soldiers
- 21. What was Romero’s background before becoming an archbishop?
A) He was a lawyer.
B) He was a priest.
C) He was a politician.
D) He was a teacher.
- 22. What is the name of the community Romero worked to protect?
A) The military.
B) The poor and marginalized.
C) Foreign investors.
D) The wealthy elite.
- 23. What position did Oscar Romero hold at the time of his assassination?
A) Archbishop
B) Pope
C) Cardinal
D) Priest
- 24. Which event put Romero in the international spotlight?
A) His writings
B) Visit to the Vatican
C) His assassination
D) His installation as archbishop
- 25. What did Romero demand from his government?
A) Foreign intervention.
B) Respect for human rights.
C) Military support.
D) Increased taxation.
- 26. What legacy did St. Oscar Romero leave behind?
A) A call for social justice and peace.
B) A focus solely on personal piety.
C) Support for violence.
D) Promotion of dictatorship.
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