Mother Teresa Questions
1. When she was born, what name was she given? August 26th, 1910, her birth name was Agnus
2. At what age did she join the Sisters of Loreto? Mother Teresa moved to Ireland at age 18.
3. Explain her calling from God. When she was on a train ride she felt a calling from God wanting her to give up her life as a principal for the poor and become a medical worker for the poor.
4. a. Having won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1979, why did Mother Teresa turn down the prize winner’s banquet? She refused the prize winner's banquet, requesting that the money which would have been used to pay for such an expensive occasion, go to those who need it more.
b. What does this say about her as a person? She is a kind and compassionate woman who cares more about others than herself.
5. Write down two adjectives to describe Mother Teresa. I think the words that would describe mother Teresa are Selfless, compassionate.
6. Explain the Missionaries of Charity. She went on to spread the word about her religion.
7. When did she die? Mother Teresa died on September 5th, 1997
8. How do you think she will be remembered? As a kind, caring, compassionate person.
9. What do you believe was Mother Teresa’s purpose in life? I think her purpose was to serve God and help the poor.
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