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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 8: p. 83-91.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is one of the profoundest features of the Christian and Jewish way of being-in-the-world and being-in-history?
(a) Remembering.
(b) Hope.
(c) Faith.
(d) Love.

2. On page 30, what does Nicholas say was found in Eric's apartment?
(a) Lists of things Eric was planning to do.
(b) Cards Eric had meant to mail to friends.
(c) Old climbing equipment.
(d) Presents Eric had bought for his family.

3. Where is it written "Why do you permit yourself to suffer, O God? If the death of the devout costs you dear, why do you permit it?"
(a) Psalm 119:110.
(b) Psalm 1:12.
(c) Psalm 116:15.
(d) Psalm 120:18.

4. What instruments were played at the funeral?
(a) Piano and organ.
(b) Harp and violin.
(c) Trumpet and flute.
(d) Cello and recorder.

5. What does Nicholas want someone to do if he thoughtlessly says that he is "Fine" or "OK"?
(a) Stop him and ask him how he really feels.
(b) Nod and say nothing.
(c) Sit down and talk with him.
(d) Take a walk with him.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who said tears would make "a pillow for my heart"?

2. What is man compared to in Job 14: 1-2?

3. What did Nicholas and his family decide to do with Eric's belongings?

4. What day of the week did Nicholas receive the call that his son died?

5. What was Nicholas watching when the thought overwhelmed him that he did not understand suffering?

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