Benedict VIII Quiz

1. When was Benedict VIII pope?
  • Correct Answer: 1012-1024

2. When was Benedict VIII elected pope?
  • Correct Answer: 17 May 1012

3. Which antipope opposed Benedict VIII?
  • Correct Answer: Gregory VI

4. Which cathedral Benedict VIII consecrated?
  • Correct Answer: Bamberg

5. Whom did Benedict VIII crown emperor?
  • Correct Answer: Henry II

6. When did Benedict VIII take part in a naval battle against Arabs?
  • Correct Answer: 1016

7. Of which monastery was St. Odilo, friend of Benedict VIII, abbot?
  • Correct Answer: Cluny

8. Where did Benedict VIII hold a council in 1022?
  • Correct Answer: Pavia

9. When did Benedict VIII die?
  • Correct Answer: 9 April 1024

10. Which of the following is true of Benedict VIII?
  • Correct Answer: First pope from Tusculani family