Redoblan campanas en El Salvador por San Romero de América

Thousands of Catholic faithful gathered in San Salvador to celebrate the canonization of Monsignor Arnulfo Romero. Large screens allowed attendees to follow the Vatican ceremony led by Pope Francis. Known as the 'voice of the voiceless,' Romero advocated for the poor during the military repression of the 1970s. He was assassinated in 1980 while conducting mass. In 2015, Romero was beatified by the Catholic Church, recognized as a martyr 35 years after his death.

What event were thousands of Catholic faithful celebrating in the Salvadoran capital?

• The anniversary of the Vatican

• The opening of a new cathedral

• The election of a new Pope

• The canonization of Monsignor Arnulfo Romero

What was Monsignor Romero known for during the military repression of the 1970s?

• Building new churches

• Advocating for the poor and defenseless

• Writing religious texts

• Supporting the military regime

How did Monsignor Romero die?

• In a car accident

• From natural causes

• Assassinated by a sniper

• During a pilgrimage

In what year was Monsignor Romero beatified by the Catholic Church?

• 2020

• 2015

• 1995

• 1980

What status was Monsignor Romero elevated to during his beatification ceremony?

• Saint

• Blessed and martyr

• Pope

• Cardinal