Damasus II Quiz

(Damasus II is referred by his baptismal name for the times before he became pope.)

1. Of which diocese was Poppo bishop?
  • Correct Answer: Brixen

2. What was Halinard, the choice of Romans to succeed Clement II?
  • Correct Answer: Archbishop of Lyon

3. Whose advice was sought by the emperor regarding successor to Clement II?
  • Correct Answer: Wuzo

4. Who appointed Poppo pope?
  • Correct Answer: Henry III

5. Who had seized the papal throne when Poppo was appointed pope?
  • Correct Answer: Benedict IX

6. Who first gave the excuse that he was too old to drive out Benedict IX from Rome?
  • Correct Answer: Boniface of Tuscany

7. When was Damasus II crowned pope?
  • Correct Answer: 17 July 1048

8. Which of the following is true of Damasus II?
  • Correct Answer: Third German to become pope

9. When did Damasus II die?
  • Correct Answer: 9 August 1048

10. Where did Damasus II die?
  • Correct Answer: Palestrina

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