Catholic Church and Cathedrals Quiz

Who is the leader of the Catholic Church?

• King of France

• King of England

• Holy Roman Emperor

• Pope

• Cardinal

True or False: During the Middle Ages the Catholic Church was rich and powerful.

• TRUE

• FALSE

How did the church become so wealthy?

• Through tithes from the people

• Paying of penances

• Paying of sacraments

• All of the above

• None of the above

Cathedrals were usually designed in what shape?

• Star

• Cross

• Diamond

• Circle

• Oval

A cathedral was the headquarters of this church leader?

• Priest

• Abbot

• Bishop

• Monk

• Nun

True or False: Cathedrals during the Middle Ages were built rapidly and with little regard to quality.

• TRUE

• FALSE

What did Gothic architecture allow for in cathedrals?

• Thinner walls

• Taller walls

• Tall windows on the walls

• All of the above

• None of the above

Who was usually the first person to be converted to Christianity in a country?

• A farmer

• The bishop

• A knight

• The queen

• The king

What is the main body of a cathedral called?

• Nave

• Transept

• Altar

• Apex

• Narthex

True or False: The Jews played an important role in the economy of Europe during the Middle Ages.

• TRUE

• FALSE