Gregory V Quiz

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

1. Where was Brun Von Karnten born?
  • Correct Answer: Carinthia

2. Which emperor was Brun Von Karnten’s grandfather?
  • Correct Answer: Otto I

3. When was Gregory V consecrated pope?
  • Correct Answer: 3 May 996

4. When did Gregory V crown Otto III emperor?
  • Correct Answer: 21 May 996

5. Who was the king of France anathematized by Gregory V?
  • Correct Answer: Robert II

6. Who forced Gregory V to flee from Rome?
  • Correct Answer: Crescentius II

7. What was the name taken by the antipope who replaced Gregory V?
  • Correct Answer: John XVI

8. Who reinstated Gregory V as pope?
  • Correct Answer: Otto III

9. Which of the following is true of Gregory V?
  • Correct Answer: First German to become pope

10. Where did Gregory V die?
  • Correct Answer: Rome

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