We are nearing the end of 2015, quizzicals. There is always much to be grateful for, but this seems to be an especially special year. As we approach Advent, may we remember our many blessings. Here’s an early gift for you – my latest quiz!
1) Saints
The Archdiocese of Omaha, Nebraska, counts among its patron saints the patroness of musicians. Which saint, whose feast day is celebrated on Nov. 22, am I speaking of?
a) St. Cecilia
b) St. Catherine of Siena
c) St. Clare of Assisi
d) St. Clotilde
2) Scripture
According to the Gospel of Luke, how long did Mary, while pregnant with Jesus, stay with Elizabeth before returning home?
a) 3 hours
b) 3 days
c) 3 weeks
d) 3 months
3) Calendar
Which solemnity marks the end of the Catholic liturgical year?
a) Solemnity of Christ the King
b) Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception
c) Christmas
d) Feast of the Holy Family
4) Liturgy
True or false: The “Gloria” is sung during Sunday Masses in Advent.
a) True
b) False
5) Religious orders
Father Louis Chauvet founded the “Daughters of the School” in France in 1696. This group of young women eventually became which religious order? (Hint: Sisters from this order presently run St. Anthony School in Kalihi)
a) Sisters of Divine Providence
b) Daughters of St. Paul
c) Sisters of St. Paul of Chartres
d) Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet
6) Church in Hawaii
True or false: Lanai is the only island in Hawaii with only one Catholic parish.
a) True
b) False
7) Current events
Pope Francis has been confirmed to visit early next year the world’s second-most populous Catholic country. Which place am I speaking of?
a) Brazil
b) Philippines
c) Mexico
d) Portugal
Answers: 1) a, 2) d, 3) a, 4) b, 5) c, 6) a, 7) c