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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Letter 5, Abelard to Heloise.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Heloise describe Abelard's situation?
(a) She says he will never be finished expiating his crime.
(b) She says he has paid the price with his castration.
(c) She says he should suffer until death.
(d) She says he is forgiven in her eyes and so should no longer suffer.

2. What does Abelard say he will do to Heloise in Letter 5?
(a) Disappoint her.
(b) Encourage her.
(c) Enlighten her.
(d) Pray for her.

3. In what way did Abelard establish his reputation and earn a following?
(a) Studying with Anselm of Laon.
(b) Debating philosophy.
(c) Fighting with William of Champeaux.
(d) Debating scripture.

4. What did Abelard feel about his castration?
(a) It destroyed him.
(b) It was an outrage against his humanity.
(c) It was a reprisal for the evil he'd done.
(d) It was Fulbert's right.

5. In Letter 4, what does Heloise say her feelings are in response to Abelard's letter?
(a) Disappointment.
(b) Delight.
(c) Relief.
(d) Misery.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was Abelard's father's plan for Abelard?

2. What does Heloise say she admires?

3. What does Heloise say will prevent her from praying for Abelard?

4. Who else does Heloise say was affected by Abelard's letter?

5. What does Abelard remind Heloise he did when she was pregnant?

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