- 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 his home.
B) In a hospital chapel in San Salvador.
C) During a pilgrimage.
D) At a public rally.
- 3. What was one of St. Oscar Romero's primary focuses?
A) Building new churches.
B) Defending the rights of the poor.
C) Promoting tourism.
D) Advocating for military rule.
- 4. Which social issue did St. Oscar Romero speak against?
A) Government repression.
B) Climate change.
C) Global warming.
D) Drug trafficking.
- 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 expand the military.
B) To promote peace and justice.
C) To build more cathedrals.
D) To promote economic growth.
- 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) Print media.
B) Television.
C) Radio.
D) Social media.
- 10. In which country did Romero serve as an archbishop?
A) Guatemala.
B) Nicaragua.
C) El Salvador.
D) Honduras.
- 11. What is a common theme in Romero's sermons?
A) Isolation from political issues.
B) Celebration of wealth.
C) Solidarity with the oppressed.
D) Prosperity for the rich.
- 12. What role did Romero have in the Church before becoming archbishop?
A) Father confessor
B) Monk
C) Cardinal
D) Auxiliary bishop
- 13. Which council greatly influenced Romero's pastoral approach?
A) Second Vatican Council.
B) Council of Nicaea.
C) First Vatican Council.
D) Council of Trent.
- 14. Who canonized Oscar Romero?
A) Pope Leo XIII
B) Pope Benedict XVI
C) Pope John Paul II
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) Increased violence in the region.
B) Nothing significant.
C) Inspiration for human rights advocates.
D) Decreased interest in El Salvador.
- 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) 2015
B) 2000
C) 2020
D) 2010
- 20. Romero's sermons often addressed the plight of which group?
A) Politicians
B) Soldiers
C) Peasants
D) Business leaders
- 21. What was Romero’s background before becoming an archbishop?
A) He was a lawyer.
B) He was a politician.
C) He was a teacher.
D) He was a priest.
- 22. What is the name of the community Romero worked to protect?
A) The wealthy elite.
B) The poor and marginalized.
C) Foreign investors.
D) The military.
- 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 writings
B) His assassination
C) Visit to the Vatican
D) His installation as archbishop
- 25. What did Romero demand from his government?
A) Respect for human rights.
B) Military support.
C) Foreign intervention.
D) Increased taxation.
- 26. What legacy did St. Oscar Romero leave behind?
A) A focus solely on personal piety.
B) A call for social justice and peace.
C) Promotion of dictatorship.
D) Support for violence.
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