Pope Francis Ends Iraq Tour, Urging Christians To Forgive And Rebuild

The Pope's historic trip to Iraq aimed to encourage Christians to overcome past injustices and contribute to rebuilding the religious community. He emphasized that hope and peace are stronger than hatred and war. During his visit, he toured places of worship destroyed by ISIS, which had significantly reduced the Christian population in Iraq. The trip concluded with a mass attended by 8000 people, marking it as one of his most significant journeys according to Vatican News.

What was the primary message the Pope conveyed to Christians in Iraq?

• To seek revenge for past injustices

• To leave Iraq for safer countries

• To move past injustices and help rebuild

• To convert others to Christianity

What significant change in the Christian population of Iraq was highlighted during the Pope's visit?

• A decrease from 1.5 million to a few hundred thousand

• An increase in the Christian population

• No change in the Christian population

• A slight increase in the Christian population

Which group was responsible for destroying places of worship in Iraq?

• Natural disasters

• Foreign military forces

• ISIS terrorists

• Local government forces

How many people attended the mass held by the Pope in a Kurdish stadium?

• 5000

• 10000

• 8000

• 15000

How did Vatican News describe the Pope's trip to Iraq?

• As a routine visit

• As a minor diplomatic mission

• As a controversial journey

• As his most important trip yet