Assumption of Mary Quiz

When was the Assumption of Mary defined as one of the four Marian dogmas of the Catholic Church?

• 15 August 1975

• 1 November 1950

• 25 December 1945

• 10 October 1965

What is the equivalent belief in the Eastern Orthodox Church to the Assumption of Mary?

• Assumption of Mary

• Resurrection of Mary

• Dormition of Mary

• Ascension of Mary

Which biblical passage is often cited as the primary confirmation of Mary's assumption?

• Matthew 5:1–2

• Genesis 1:1

• Revelation 12:1–2

• Exodus 20:1

In which century did the German nun Elisabeth of Schönau reportedly have visions of Mary being assumed into Heaven?

• 10th century

• 12th century

• 18th century

• 15th century

What is the significance of the Feast of the Assumption of Mary on 15 August?
(Choose 2 answers)

• The happy departure of Mary from this life by her natural death.

• Celebration of Mary's wedding

• Celebration of Mary's baptism

• Celebration of Mary's miracles

• Her assumption bodily into heaven.

In which countries is the Feast of the Assumption of Mary a nationwide public holiday?

• England

• Italy

• Scotland

• United States

• Spain

What is the significance of the Fleur-de-lys Madonna in relation to the Assumption of Mary?

• Symbolizes Mary's purity

• Symbolizes Mary's humility

• Symbolizes Mary's miracles

• Symbolizes Mary's assumption

Which Protestant reformer believed in the assumption of Mary?

• John Calvin

• Martin Luther

• John Knox

• Heinrich Bullinger

Who is often depicted as carrying Mary heavenward for her assumption?

• Saints

• Angels

• Jesus

• Apostles

Which artist caused a stir by depicting Mary as a decaying corpse?

• Nicolas Poussin

• El Greco

• Caravaggio

• Rubens