San Damiano Cross Quiz

What is the main topic of the video series?

• Modern church architecture

• Different elements of the parish church

• History of the Roman Empire

• Art techniques in Renaissance

Who painted the San Damiano Cross in the parish?

• Raphael

• Michelangelo

• Leonardo da Vinci

• Katie Green

What is the original San Damiano Cross considered a symbol of?

• The Gothic period

• The Renaissance

• The Roman Empire

• The Franciscans and Poor Clares

What is the significance of the San Damiano Cross to the parishioners of St. Clare Parish?

• It is their main crucifix and a symbol of their faith

• It is a historical artifact

• It is a piece of modern art

• It is a relic from the Roman Empire

Who are the figures depicted to the left and right of Jesus on the cross?

• Peter and Paul; John the Baptist and Michael

• Saint Francis and Saint Clare; Saint Damien and Saint Rufino

• The Blessed Mother and Saint John the Evangelist; Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother of James, and the Centurion

• Angels and Saints; Roman soldiers

What is the significance of the larger size of Jesus compared to other figures on the cross?

• It signifies His importance in the story of salvation

• It shows the artist's preference

• It represents the hierarchy of the church

• It indicates the time period of the painting

What do the hand gestures of the six angels on the cross indicate?

• They are praying

• They are pointing to the heavens

• They are holding the cross

• They are discussing the crucifixion

What do the halos around the first four witnesses signify?

• They are Roman soldiers

• They are angels

• They are apostles

• They are Saints

Who are the six figures at the foot of the cross traditionally identified as?

• Patrons of Umbria

• Apostles

• Roman soldiers

• Early Christian martyrs

What is the traditional name of the Roman soldier who pierced Jesus' side with a lance?

• Islem China

• Damien

• Stepheson

• Rufino