Pope Pius XII's body at St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City following his death in 1958

In 1958, Pope Pius XII passed away at 82, leading to global mourning among Catholics and other faiths. Known as the Prince of Peace, his legacy began 19 years earlier with his election as Pope. He was laid to rest in Saint Peter's Basilica, near the first Pope, Peter.

In what year did Pope Pius 12 pass away?

• 1958

• 1970

• 1950

• 1962

What was the global reaction to the death of Pope Pius 12?

• Indifference

• Celebration

• Confusion

• Universal mourning

How many years before his death was Pope Pius 12 elected?

• 10 years

• 15 years

• 19 years

• 25 years

What title was Pope Pius 12 known by during his papacy?

• The Great Reformer

• The Prince of Peace

• The Divine Leader

• The Holy Father

Where was Pope Pius 12 buried?

• The Colosseum

• The Sistine Chapel

• Saint Peter's Basilica

• The Vatican Gardens