Adrian IV Quiz

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

1. Where was Nicholas Breakspear born?
  • Correct Answer: Abbot’s Langley

2. Which order did Nicholas Breakspear join?
  • Correct Answer: Augustinian

3. Of which diocese was Nicholas Breakspear bishop?
  • Correct Answer: Albano

4. Who created Nicholas Breakspear cardinal?
  • Correct Answer: Eugene III

5. Where was Nicholas Breakspear legate?
  • Correct Answer: Scandinavia

6. When was Adrian IV elected pope?
  • Correct Answer: 4 December 1154

7. Which of the following is true of Adrian IV?
  • Correct Answer: First Englishman to become pope

8. Which city was placed under interdict for the first time by Adrian IV?
  • Correct Answer: Rome

9. When did Adrian IV die?
  • Correct Answer: 1 September 1159

10. Where did Adrian IV die?
  • Correct Answer: Anagni

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