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