Pope Pius XII presides over Canonization of Pius X

The transcript describes a significant event in Rome's St. Peter's Square, where Pope Pius XII presides over the canonization of Giuseppe Sarto, known as Pius X. The event is marked by a large gathering of the Catholic faithful, including high church prelates and pilgrims. Pius X, known for his humility and piety, is the first pontiff to be canonized since 1712. Following the proclamation, a portrait of the new saint is unveiled, and the next night, his body is carried in a procession to the Basilica of St. Mary Major for a week of veneration.

Who presided over the canonization ceremony in St. Peter's Square?

• Pope Francis

• Pope John Paul II

• Pope Pius XII

• Pope Benedict XVI

What was Giuseppe Sarto's papal name?

• Pius XII

• Pius IX

• Pius XI

• Pius X

In what year did Pius X pass away?

• 1920

• 1914

• 1908

• 1912

What significant event follows the canonization proclamation?

• A mass is held

• A portrait of the saint is unveiled

• A new pope is elected

• A feast is organized

Where is the body of St. Pius taken for veneration?

• Basilica of St. Mary Major

• Sistine Chapel

• The Vatican Museums

• St. Peter's Basilica