St. Francis of Assisi Quiz

What role did Bonaventure play in spreading the Franciscan perspective?

• He wrote a biography that presented St. Francis as a mystic and a miracle worker.

• He established the first Franciscan monastery.

• He opposed the Franciscan movement and supported the Dominicans.

• He translated Franciscan texts into multiple languages for missionaries.

What is the definition of hagiography?

• A biography focused on the historical accuracy of religious figures.

• A narrative that explores the theological significance of saints' actions.

• A writing style idealizing the lives and deeds of saints.

• An account of spiritual leaders' political contributions to society.

In what way is St. Francis’ encounter with the Wolf an example of hagiography?

• It demonstrates his ability to mediate disputes between townspeople.

• It portrays him as a saintly figure who tames nature and embodies peace.

• It illustrates his role in reforming monastic practices.

• It highlights his intellectual arguments against heretics.

What event in St. Francis’ early life marked the beginning of his spiritual transformation?

• Being imprisoned during a military conflict between Assisi and Perugia.

• Founding a successful merchant business with his father.

• Traveling to Rome and joining the Crusades.

• Becoming a monk immediately after hearing a sermon.

How did St. Francis' relationship with his father contribute to his conversion?

• His father encouraged him to become a priest.

• His father disowned him for failing in business.

• They shared a vision of God, which inspired Francis’ ministry.

• He rejected his father’s wealth and renounced his inheritance.

During his conversion, St. Francis famously prayed before which church?

• The Basilica of St. Mary of the Angels.

• San Damiano, where he heard God telling him to "rebuild my church."

• The Cathedral of Notre Dame in Paris.

• St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome.

What specific act demonstrated St. Francis’ embrace of poverty during his conversion?

• Selling his family’s business and donating the money to the poor.

• Stripping off his clothes in public to symbolize giving up his worldly life.

• Walking barefoot as a sign of humility and penitence.

• Taking a vow of silence for one year.

What 2 Words best represent St. Francis of Assisi:

Draw your interpretation of Saint Francis and the Wolf.

What approach did St. Francis take to confront the wolf?

• He led an armed group to track the wolf.

• He fasted and prayed for divine guidance.

• He wrote a letter to the townspeople urging forgiveness.

• He met the wolf unarmed and spoke to it.

• Hagiography