Who founded the Order of St. John?
a) King Philip II
b) Pope Urban II
c) Blessed Gerard
d) Emperor Constantine
Answer: c) Blessed Gerard
The original purpose of the Order of St. John was to:
a) Engage in trade
b) Provide medical care
c) Explore new territories
d) Promote art and culture
Answer: b) Provide medical care
Which historical event led to the Knights of St. John relocating to Malta?
a) The Crusades
b) The Great Schism
c) The Hundred Years’ War
d) The Siege of Rhodes
Answer: d) The Siege of Rhodes
The official name of the Order of St. John is:
a) Hospitallers of Jerusalem
b) Knights Templar
c) Sovereign Military Hospitaller Order of St. John of Jerusalem
d) Teutonic Knights
Answer: c) Sovereign Military Hospitaller Order of St. John of Jerusalem
The Grand Master of the Order of Malta holds the title of:
a) Supreme Commander
b) Grand Duke
c) Sovereign
d) Prince and Grand Master
Answer: d) Prince and Grand Master
The Knights of St. John became known as the “Hospitallers” due to their:
a) Expertise in horseback riding
b) Dedication to hospitality and medical care
c) Strategic military tactics
d) Patronage of the arts
Answer: b) Dedication to hospitality and medical care
The Order of St. John played a significant role in the defense of Malta during the:
a) Norman Conquest
b) Hundred Years’ War
c) Great Siege of Malta
d) Reconquista
Answer: c) Great Siege of Malta
Which Ottoman ruler led the siege against the Knights during the Great Siege of Malta in 1565?
a) Mehmed II
b) Suleiman the Magnificent
c) Selim I
d) Murad III
Answer: b) Suleiman the Magnificent
The Maltese Cross, the symbol of the Order of Malta, has how many points?
a) Four
b) Six
c) Eight
d) Ten
Answer: c) Eight
The Knights of St. John were driven out of Malta by the forces of:
a) Napoleon Bonaparte
b) Charles V of Spain
c) Ottoman Empire
d) Henry VIII of England
Answer: a) Napoleon Bonaparte
The headquarters of the Order of Malta is located in:
a) Rome, Italy
b) Valletta, Malta
c) Jerusalem, Israel
d) Geneva, Switzerland
Answer: a) Rome, Italy
The official languages of the Order of Malta are:
a) English and French
b) Italian and Spanish
c) Latin and Maltese
d) German and Russian
Answer: a) English and French
The Order of Malta is known for its commitment to:
a) Political advocacy
b) Ecumenical dialogue
c) Humanitarian aid and diplomacy
d) Maritime exploration
Answer: c) Humanitarian aid and diplomacy
The “Langue” in the context of the Knights of St. John refers to:
a) A religious ceremony
b) A type of sword
c) A division based on language
d) A strategic fortress
Answer: c) A division based on language
The Knights of St. John initially established their headquarters in Malta in which city?
a) Birgu
b) Mdina
c) Valletta
d) Gozo
Answer: a) Birgu
The famous naval victory of the Knights of St. John over the Ottoman fleet in 1571 is known as the Battle of:
a) Lepanto
b) Trafalgar
c) Armada
d) Gibraltar
Answer: a) Lepanto
The distinctive black attire worn by the Knights of St. John is known as:
a) Chasuble
b) Habergeon
c) Mantle
d) Cuirass
Answer: c) Mantle
The Sovereign Military Order of Malta is recognized as a sovereign entity with diplomatic relations with:
a) The European Union
b) The United Nations
c) The Holy See
d) NATO
Answer: c) The Holy See
The Grand Master of the Order of Malta is elected for a term of:
a) 5 years
b) 7 years
c) 10 years
d) Life
Answer: d) Life
The Knights Hospitaller were also involved in the construction of fortifications, including the famous Fort St. Elmo, to defend:
a) Rhodes
b) Cyprus
c) Malta
d) Sicily
Answer: c) Malta
The Order of Malta is known for its work in:
a) Disease prevention and control
b) Archaeological excavations
c) Space exploration
d) Banking and finance
Answer: a) Disease prevention and control
The Order of Malta issues its own:
a) Passport
b) Currency
c) Coat of arms
d) Anthem
Answer: a) Passport
The Grand Master’s Palace in Valletta, Malta, serves as the official residence of the:
a) President of Malta
b) Grand Master of the Order of Malta
c) Prime Minister of Malta
d) Archbishop of Malta
Answer: a) President of Malta
The official flag of the Order of Malta features a white field with a distinctive:
a) Red Cross
b) Black Cross
c) Blue Cross
d) Green Cross
Answer: a) Red Cross
The Knights of St. John were granted the island of Rhodes by which European monarch?
a) King Henry VIII
b) Emperor Charles V
c) King Louis IX
d) Pope Innocent III
Answer: d) Pope Innocent III
The Hospitaller code of conduct, known as the “Code of the Order,” emphasizes principles of:
a) Chivalry and honor
b) Stealth and secrecy
c) Trade and commerce
d) Isolation and solitude
Answer: a) Chivalry and honor
The Bailiff is a high-ranking position within the Order of Malta and is responsible for:
a) Diplomatic relations
b) Financial management
c) Defense strategies
d) Religious ceremonies
Answer: a) Diplomatic relations
The Order of Malta operates hospitals and medical centers worldwide, providing healthcare without:
a) Charging fees
b) Discrimination
c) International cooperation
d) Government intervention
Answer: b) Discrimination
The modern-day activities of the Order of Malta include humanitarian aid, disaster relief, and:
a) Cybersecurity
b) Space exploration
c) Philanthropy
d) Genetic research
Answer: c) Philanthropy
The Knights of St. John were involved in the defense of the Christian stronghold of Acre during the:
a) First Crusade
b) Second Crusade
c) Third Crusade
d) Fourth Crusade
Answer: c) Third Crusade
The Grand Chancellor of the Order of Malta is responsible for:
a) Military operations
b) Diplomatic missions
c) Financial affairs
d) Religious ceremonies
Answer: c) Financial affairs
The Hospitaller fleet played a crucial role in naval engagements in the:
a) Mediterranean Sea
b) Atlantic Ocean
c) Indian Ocean
d) Baltic Sea
Answer: a) Mediterranean Sea
The Knights of St. John were officially recognized as a religious and military order by which Pope?
a) Pope Urban II
b) Pope Innocent III
c) Pope Gregory IX
d) Pope Benedict XVI
Answer: b) Pope Innocent III
The Order of Malta is active in providing assistance to refugees and migrants, upholding principles of:
a) Exclusivity
b) Neutrality
c) Isolationism
d) Elitism
Answer: b) Neutrality
The Hospitallers took part in the defense of Jerusalem during the:
a) First Crusade
b) Second Crusade
c) Third Crusade
d) Fourth Crusade
Answer: a) First Crusade
The Knights of St. John were officially recognized as a military order with the Bull “Piae Postulatio Voluntatis” issued by Pope:
a) Gregory IX
b) Urban II
c) Innocent III
d) Clement V
Answer: c) Innocent III
The Order of Malta has observer status at the United Nations and several other international organizations, contributing to:
a) Peacekeeping missions
b) Space exploration
c) Economic development
d) Cultural preservation
Answer: a) Peacekeeping missions
The Grand Commander of the Order of Malta is responsible for overseeing:
a) Religious ceremonies
b) Military operations
c) Diplomatic missions
d) Medical services
Answer: b) Military operations