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Episode: How a new pope is chosen
Description: Today's story: When a pope dies or resigns, the College of Cardinals, made up of senior advisors, convenes at the Vatican to elect a successor. Cardinals under age 80 enter a secret Conclave inside the Sistine Chapel, where they vote in silence and prayer until one candidate receives a two-thirds majority. White smoke signals the world that a new pope has been chosen.Transcript & Exercises: https://plainenglish.com/772Full lesson: https://plainenglish.com/772 --Plain English helps you improve your English:Learn about the world and improve your EnglishClear, natural English...