WHo is the leader of this religion?
pope
How does he get the job?
Elected
WHat are some of the other titles in the religion?
cardinal
Like the bird?
No
WHy the name then?
based on the Latin cardo (hinge), meaning "principal" or "chief"
WHen this this term come into use?
the ninth century
Are only Roman residents allowed to be one?
No
Was that always true?
No
WHen did the rule change?
the 12th century
Did they get any added responsibilities then?
unknown
Were they all assigned only one church or more?
One