The Letters of Abelard and Heloise Quiz Questions | Quiz: Letter 6, Heloise to Abelard

Quiz: Letter 6, Heloise to Abelard

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

Multiple Choice Questions

Directions: Circle the correct answer.

1. Why aren't outward manifestations reliable in indicating devotion, according to Heloise?
a) They can be feigned.
b) They vary from person to person.
c) People can learn them from each other.
d) They are not reliable.

2. Why does Heloise argue for special dispensations?
a) Not everyone can emulate the sufferings of Christ the same way.
b) Monastic life was designed for ascetics, not for everyone.
c) She does not want certain nuns to be sent away from the convent.
d) Monastic life should not be imposed on people who will only fail at it.

3. What does Heloise ask Abelard in Letter 6?
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