Vatican Holy Week Celebrations 'Under Study' Amid Coronavirus Outbreak

The Vatican confirmed Easter celebrations will occur but is still deciding on attendance and format, with all events to be broadcasted. Italy faces over 24,000 COVID-19 cases and 1,800 deaths, prompting strict government restrictions, including business closures and travel limitations. Despite the lockdown, Pope Francis visited churches in Rome to pray for an end to the pandemic.

What is the Vatican's plan for Easter celebrations during the coronavirus outbreak?

• Cancel all events

• Postpone events to a later date

• Conduct events as usual

• Broadcast events live with attendance under study

How many confirmed coronavirus cases were reported in Italy as of the mentioned Monday?

• Over 24,000

• Over 100,000

• Over 10,000

• Over 50,000

What measures has the Italian government taken to control the virus spread?

• Increasing working hours

• Reducing public transport

• Closing nonessential businesses and schools

• Encouraging public gatherings

What did Pope Francis do despite the lockdown in Italy?

• Organized a large gathering

• Traveled to another country

• Held a public mass

• Visited two churches to pray

What was the primary reason for Pope Francis leaving the Vatican during the lockdown?

• To meet with government officials

• To conduct a press conference

• To visit a hospital

• To pray for an end to the pandemic