Francis's Journey of Faith and Growth

What was Francis playing with as a child?

• A toy car

• A wooden sword

• A ball

• A doll

What was Francis's father's profession?

• A farmer

• A baker

• A rich merchant

• A knight

How did Francis's father view his wealth?

• He loved his wealth above all else.

• He knew earthly treasures were incomparable to heavenly ones.

• He used his wealth to help the poor.

• He was indifferent to his wealth.

What was Francis's mother known for?

• Her wealth

• Her kindness and piety

• Her strictness

• Her singing

What did Francis vow to do for the love of God?

• To become a merchant

• To always give something to those who ask

• To build a new house

• To travel the world

What happened when Francis hit the scarecrow with his wooden sword?

• It broke into pieces and revealed dust.

• It came to life.

• It fell over and broke his sword.

• It started to sing.

What was Francis's answer to God's question about who could do the most for him?

• The slave

• His father

• The Lord

• His mother

What question did God ask Francis after the scarecrow incident?

• "Do you love your father?"

• "Who can do the most for you? The Lord or the slave?"

• "Why are you playing with a sword?"

• "Are you happy?"

What did Francis do after receiving God's message?

• He continued playing with his sword.

• He left his plans of vain glory and started praising the Lord.

• He became a merchant like his father.

• He built a new house.

What did Francis read that deepened his love for God and the Church?

• Adventure stories

• Merchant ledgers

• The Gospels

• Poetry