Fun Facts Pt. 4
What is the name of the main character in The Santa Clause?
Scott Calvin
How did the early Middle Ages begin?
The fall of the Roman Empire
Who was the founder of Islam?
Muhammad
Who was Charlemagne's grandfather?
Charles "The Hammer" Martel
What are the four papal basilicas?
St. John Lateran, St. Mary Major, St. Paul Outside the Walls, St. Peter's
In Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer, what profession does Hermey the elf want to be?
Dentist
What is the name for a unified Christian Europe?
Christendom
What are the three main monotheistic religions?
Christianity, Judaism, Islam
Was Charlemagne canonized?
The Catholic church does not view it as a valid canonization, but for political reasons, yes.
Which basilica is the newest?
St. Paul Outside the Walls
What are the four main food groups in Elf?
Candy, Candy Canes, Candy Corn, Syrup
Where did the word "simony" come from?
Simon Magus' attempt to buy apostolic power in Acts of the Apostles
Where was Islam founded?
Mecca
Which Renaissance was largely encouraged by Charlemagne?
Carolingian
What happens on August 5th every year at St. Mary Major?
White rose petals drop from the ceiling.
What does Clark Griswold want to purchase with his Christmas bonus?
A pool
What are the territories in Italy under rule of the Pope?
Papal States
What did muslims do to those who would not convert to Islam?
Tax them
In what year was Charlemagne crowned Holy Roman Emperor (by Pope Leo III)?
800
What event created the annual requirement of confession?
Fourth Vatican Council
What classic Christmas movie features Snow Miser and Heat Miser?
The Year Without a Santa Clause
St. Augustine of Canterbury converted which king?
King Ethelbert of England
What battle caused the Muslims to retreat?
Battle of Tours
How many saxons were murdered at the Massacre of Verden?
4,500
Who is the architect that created the Baldacchino in St. Peter's Basilica?
Bernini