Gregory VIII Quiz

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

1. Where was Alberto De Morra born?
  • Correct Answer: Benevento

2. To which order did Alberto De Morra belong?
  • Correct Answer: Cistercian

3. Who created Alberto De Morra cardinal?
  • Correct Answer: Adrian IV

4. Whom did Alberto De Morra crown king of Portugal on behalf of the pope?
  • Correct Answer: Alfonso II

5. When was Gregory VIII elected pope?
  • Correct Answer: 21 October 1187

6. Where was Gregory VIII elected pope?
  • Correct Answer: Ferrara

7. Who conquered Jerusalem in 1187?
  • Correct Answer: Saladin

8. Which rival ports did Gregory VIII want to reconcile?
  • Correct Answer: Genoa and Pisa

9. When did Gregory VIII die?
  • Correct Answer: 17 December 1187

10. Where did Gregory VIII die?
  • Correct Answer: Pisa

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