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WorksheetsSalesian Missions
Total questions: 50
Worksheet time: 25mins
Who motivated and inspired the first Salesians to go on Mission?
Don Rua
Don Rinaldi
Don Ricaldone
Don Bosco
Where did Don Bosco send the first Salesian missionaries?
United States
Egypt
China
Argentina
How many Salesians missionaries were sent to Argentina?
12
11
10
9
How old was the youngest member of the first Salesian missionary expedition.
18
19
20
21
He was the leader of the first Salesian missionary expedition.
Giovanni Battista Baccino
Vallentino Cassini
Giovanni Cagliero
Giovanni Battista Allavena
How many missionary dreams did Don Bosco have?
3
5
7
9
The 5th Missionary Dream of Don Bosco
Asia, Africa, Oceania
Patagonia
South America
from Valparaiso to Peking
The 4th Missionary Dream of Don Bosco
Asia, Africa, Oceania
Patagonia
South America
from Valparaiso to Peking
The 1st Missionary Dream of Don Bosco
Asia, Africa, Oceania
Patagonia
South America
from Valparaiso to Peking
Who was the youngest member of the first Salesian missionary expedition?
Giovanni Battista Baccino
Giovanni Battista Allavena
Valentino Cassini
Domenico Tomatis
Which of the following was NOT a recommendation given by Don Bosco to the first missionaries?
Hear both sides before judging on reports and matters of dispute
Do not send to tomorrow the good that you can do today.
Recomment to the boys frequent confession and confusion.
Take care of your health. Work, only but as much as your strength allows.
The 2nd Missionary Dream of Don Bosco
Asia, Africa, Oceania
Patagonia
South America
from Valparaiso to Peking
What was the main task of Vincenzo Gioia in the first missionary expedition?
Teacher of vocal and instrumental music
Cook and master shoemaker
Master carpenter
Doctor of fine literature
What was the age of Giovanni Cagliero when he became the leader of the first Salesian missionary expedition?
20 years old
31 years old
37 years old
44 years old
What was the main theme of Don Bosco's homily on the occasion of the first Salesian missionary expedition?
The importance of education.
The need for financial support.
The missionary mandate of Jesus Christ.
The history of the Salesian Congregation.
The Fifth Missionary Dream
Asia, Africa, Oceania
from Valparaiso to Peking
Patagonia
South America
Why did Don Bosco choose Giovanni Cagliero to lead the first Salesian missionary expedition?
His financial expertise
His spiritual and apostolic zeal
His political connections
His artistic talents
What experience did Giovanni Cagliero have that made him suitable for leading the missionary team?
Experience in the oratories and educational initiatives established by Don Bosco
Experience in military leadership
Experience in business management
Experience in scientific research
Which of the following qualities did Giovanni Cagliero exhibit that contributed to Don Bosco's decision?
Artistic creativity
Strong leadership qualities
Physical strength
Musical talent
How did the personal relationship between Don Bosco and Giovanni Cagliero influence Don Bosco's decision?
Cagliero was a distant acquaintance of Don Bosco
Cagliero had earned Don Bosco's trust through years of dedicated service
Cagliero was related to Don Bosco
Cagliero was a financial supporter of Don Bosco
What spirit did Giovanni Cagliero embody that was important for the Salesian Society's mission?
Entrepreneurial spirit
Missionary spirit
Competitive spirit
Artistic spirit
What was a key factor in Don Bosco's choice of Giovanni Cagliero to lead the first Salesian missionary expedition?
His financial expertise
His spiritual and apostolic zeal
His political connections
His artistic talents
What experience did Giovanni Cagliero have that made him suitable for leading the missionary team?
Experience in military training
Experience in business management
Experience in the oratories and educational initiatives
Experience in agricultural development
Which of the following qualities did Giovanni Cagliero exhibit that were crucial for his leadership role?
Ability to manage finances
Ability to cook
Ability to inspire and guide others
Ability to write poetry
How did the personal relationship between Don Bosco and Giovanni Cagliero influence Don Bosco's decision?
Cagliero was a distant acquaintance
Cagliero was one of Don Bosco's earliest collaborators and had earned his trust
Cagliero was a family member
Cagliero was a political ally
What spirit did Giovanni Cagliero embody that aligned with the mission of the Salesian Society?
Entrepreneurial spirit
Artistic spirit
Scientific spirit
Missionary spirit
What year marks the 150th anniversary of the first Salesian missionary expedition?
1875
1925
2025
2035
What is the primary goal of the Salesian Mission Day celebrations?
To promote Salesian education
To celebrate Don Bosco's birthday
To keep the missionary spirit alive
To raise funds for missions
Which country was chosen for the first Salesian missionary expedition?
Brazil
Argentina
China
India
What is the motto of Don Bosco that reflects his missionary spirit?
Go forth and preach
Love one another
Da mihi animas, caetera tolle
Seek and you shall find
The Fourth Missionary Dream
Asia, Africa, Oceania
from Valparaiso to Peking
Patagonia
South America
Who was the leader of the first Salesian missionary expedition?
Giovanni Cagliero
Alfred Maravilla
Francesco Motto
Reginaldo Cordeiro
The First Missionary Dream
Asia, Africa, Oceania
from Valparaiso to Peking
Patagonia
South America
Which of the following figures is NOT mentioned as a participant in the first missionary expedition?
Joseph Fagnano
Giovanni Battista Allavena
Alfonso Owoudou
Valentino Cassini
Which of the following is a key aspect of Don Bosco's missionary spirit?
Focus on personal success
Isolation from the world
Desire to serve the poor
Wealth accumulation
What is the significance of the phrase 'Da mihi animas, caetera tolle' in Don Bosco's mission?
It means to seek wealth
It refers to building churches
It emphasizes the importance of saving souls
It is a call for personal fame
What was one of the challenges faced by the first Salesian missionaries in Argentina?
Lack of transportation
Absence of Christian communities
Difficulty in learning the local language
Harsh weather conditions
The Second Missionary Dream
Asia, Africa, Oceania
from Valparaiso to Peking
Patagonia
South America
“Let all the efforts of both the Salesians and the Sisters of Mary Help of Christians
focus on cultivating ________ for the priesthood and religious life.”
(hint: Third Missionary Dream)
formands
formators
friendship
vocation
Based on the letter sent by Don Bosco to Fr. Peretto,
the trip of Don Bosco to America will be done
if he were _____ years younger.
fifteen
twenty
twenty-five
thirty
What was the primary focus of Don Bosco's missionary work?
Promoting arts
Saving souls
Building churches
Establishing schools
Which country was the first destination for the Salesian missionaries?
Argentina
Brazil
Chile
Peru
What was the main goal of the Salesian Society as envisioned by Don Bosco?
To promote scientific research
To establish a political movement
To educate and evangelize youth
To create a wealthy community
What was the primary focus of the Salesian missionaries in their early expeditions?
Establishing schools
Promoting agriculture
Creating trade routes
Building hospitals
Which of the following regions was included in Don Bosco's missionary aspirations?
Asia
Europe
North America
Australia
What was a significant challenge faced by the first Salesian missionaries?
Lack of funding
Language barriers
Hostile environments
Limited support from the Church
What role did the Salesian missionaries play in the development of education in Argentina?
They opened primary schools
They established universities
They created online courses
They focused on vocational training
Which of the following was a key motivation for Don Bosco's missionary work?
To promote artistic endeavors
To spread the Salesian educational model
To gain political power
To establish trade relations
What was the primary method used by Salesian missionaries to connect with local communities?
Providing educational programs
Offering free meals
Conducting religious services
Organizing sports events
Which significant event took place in 1875 related to the Salesian missions?
First Salesian school opened
First Salesian missionary expedition launched
Don Bosco's death
Foundation of the Salesian Congregation
