1. In the Doctrine section, Edwards speaks of the "multitudes" of God's enemies (406). What is true of these enemies?
(a) They are unpredictable.
(b) They are dangerous.
(c) They believe themselves to be more powerful than they actually are.
(d) There are a huge number of them.

2. What is the only thing, according to Edwards, that stops God from sending the wicked to hell?
(a) Christ's love.
(b) The possibility of their repentance.
(c) His arbitrary will.
(d) Their covenant with Him.

3. What was Edwards' usual manner of delivering a sermon?
(a) Loud and threatening.
(b) Friendly and cheerful.
(c) Calm and reasonable.
(d) Stern and angry.

4. In the Doctrine section of his sermon, what does Edwards say the Bible recommends be done with the tree with poisoned fruit?
(a) Harvest and burn its fruit.
(b) Cut it down.
(c) Burn it.
(d) Neglect its tending.

5. In the Doctrine section of his sermon, what point does Edwards make about those who are in hell?
(a) They were not smart enough to outwit the devil.
(b) If they repent they can finally enter heaven.
(c) They did not expect to end up there.
(d) If they can no longer stand the suffering, they can ask God for mercy.

Short Answer Questions

1. In the introductory section of his sermon, Edwards quotes the Bible as saying that the Israelites were "void of counsel," (405). What is this saying about the Israelites?

2. In the introduction of his sermon, what is the second thing Edwards says is true of the Israelites' destruction?

3. What is Edwards' sixth argument for the truth of his statement of doctrine?

4. In the Doctrine section, what Biblical story does the "serpent" allude to?

5. According to the Doctrine section of the sermon, what is always hanging over the heads of sinners?

(see the answer key)

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