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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book IX.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who offers Augustine explanations of the Manichean philosophy which does not satisfy Augustine?
(a) Faustus.
(b) Marlette.
(c) Cicero.
(d) Remeer.

2. Who is buried near the Tiber River?
(a) Ambrose.
(b) Justina.
(c) Monica.
(d) Augustine.

3. Why does he prefer that sect at that time in his life?
(a) Because it fit in better with his lifestyle at that time.
(b) Because it was simple.
(c) Because it did not ask much of him.
(d) Because it seemed more logical.

4. At what age does Augustine decide to become a philosopher?
(a) 25.
(b) 19.
(c) 33.
(d) 16.

5. Besides thievery, in what is Augustine involved?
(a) Pranks.
(b) Cheating on his exams.
(c) Murder.
(d) Gambling.

Short Answer Questions

1. What happens to Verecundus before his death?

2. What does Augustine call his living arrangement?

3. How does Augustine leave Carthage and his mother?

4. What motivates Augustine's decision to become a philosopher?

5. What does Simplicianus tell Augustine Victorinus does before his recent passing?

(see the answer key)

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