Path to Becoming Pope

What are the requirements to become pope?

• Be a catholic and be a man

• Be a catholic and be a woman

• Be a protestant and be a man

• Be a protestant and be a woman

Who selects the pope?

• The cardinals

• The bishops

• The priests

• The faithful

When was the last time a non-cardinal became pope?

• Less than 100 years ago

• Between 100 and 200 years ago

• Between 200 and 300 years ago

• More than 600 years ago

What is the first step to becoming a pope?

• Become a bishop

• Become a priest

• Become a cardinal

• Become a deacon

How many bishops are there worldwide?

• About 400,000

• About 5,000

• About 200

• About 1 billion

What is the minimum age requirement to be on the secret list of potential bishops?

• 18 years old

• 25 years old

• 35 years old

• 45 years old

How are new popes elected?

• By popular vote

• By appointment from the previous pope

• By the cardinals

• By the bishops

What is the traditional way for a new pope to choose his name?

• By flipping a coin

• By drawing lots

• By selecting any name

• By taking the name of a previous pope