St Georges Day Quiz 1 (Questions only)

1. St. George is one of the so-called "Fourteen Holy Helpers". He is said to be the helper for the health of domestic animals. For four points, name four more of the "Fourteen Holy Helpers".

2. What have William Shakespeare and Rupert Brooke both in common, apart from the fact that they were both known for their literature?.

3.Which of the following is St. George NOT the patron saint of:
    a: Freemasons
    b: Scouts
    c: Athletes

4. True or false: the red cross on the St. George's cross represents martyrdom

5. Plus or minus one hundred years, in which year did St. George die?

6. And how was he excecuted?

7. Which group of people brought the story of Saint George and the Dragon to western Europe?

8. In which modern-day country did the legend of Saint George and the Dragon supposedly take place?

9. Why is St. George's day celebrated on May 6th in Georgia, a country that holds St. George as their patron saint?

10. In which country was St George born?

11. What was Ascalon?

12. The capital of which Caribbean island is called "St. George's"?

13. Which island was awarded the 'George Cross' after World War II?