Mar 9 - St. Frances of Rome Quiz

What did Frances of Rome long to do since she was little?

• Marry a wealthy nobleman

• Serve God in some way

• Become a mother-in-law

• Start a business

Who did Frances confide in about her secret desire to serve God?

• Her father

• Her mother-in-law

• Her sister-in-law Vannozza

• Her husband Lorenzo

What did Frances do when her husband's mother died?

• She left the household

• She took charge of the household and gave food and wine to the poor

• She joined a convent

• She started working outside the home

What happened to Frances's family when a plague struck Rome?

• They all remained healthy

• Her daughter grew sick and died

• Her husband left to fight in a war

• Her son was taken hostage

What did Frances start with Lorenzo's permission after he was wounded and broken?

• A school for girls

• An order of Benedictine women called the Oblates of Mary

• A new business venture

• A hospital for the wounded