THE CATHOLIC WORLD MOURNS THE POPE

Hundreds of thousands of Catholics gather at St. Peter's in Rome to honor Pope Pius XI. The crowd is so large that it challenges the control of police and soldiers. A candlelit procession moves the Pope's remains from the Vatican to St. Peter's. Cardinal Hinsley from Britain attends the funeral and conclave. An estimated 200,000 people view the Pope's body in one day, as it lies in state on a catafalque with a golden mitre.

What was the main reason for the large gathering at St. Peter's in Rome?

• To pay homage to Pope Pius XI

• To celebrate a religious festival

• To attend a political rally

• To witness a royal wedding

What challenge did the authorities face during the gathering at St. Peter's?

• Ensuring media coverage

• Providing food and water

• Controlling the zealous crowd

• Managing traffic congestion

Who traveled from Britain to attend the funeral ceremonies?

• Prime Minister

• Cardinal Hinsley

• Archbishop of Canterbury

• Queen Mary

Approximately how many people entered the cathedral in one day to view the Pope lying in state?

• 250,000

• 100,000

• 150,000

• 200,000

What item was placed on the Pope's head as he lay in state?

• A silver crown

• A golden mitre

• A jeweled tiara

• A velvet cap