VOICED : Conclave comienza el 12 de marzo

The Vatican announced that the conclave to elect the successor of Pope Benedict XVI will begin on March 12. During the conclave, cardinals will be isolated from external communication. Two cardinals will not participate due to health and resignation issues. The Church aims to have a new pope before Easter.

On which date did the Vatican announce the conclave to elect the new pope would begin?

• March 12

• March 20

• March 8

• March 15

What is the main reason cardinals are isolated from external information during the conclave?

• To ensure a focused decision-making process

• To maintain tradition

• To prevent media influence

• To avoid political pressure

Which two cardinals will not participate in the election of the new pope?

• A cardinal from Brazil and a cardinal from Scotland

• A cardinal from Indonesia and a cardinal from Scotland

• A cardinal from Italy and a cardinal from Indonesia

• A cardinal from France and a cardinal from Scotland

Why did the Scottish cardinal decide not to participate in the papal election?

• Due to inappropriate conduct in the past

• Due to personal reasons

• Due to health issues

• Due to retirement

By when does the Church hope to have a new pope elected?

• Before Advent

• Before Pentecost

• Before Easter

• Before Christmas