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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1: Chapter 2, Our Lady of the Museums.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who visited Merton in St. Antonin?
(a) Pop and Bonnemaman.
(b) His brother.
(c) His mother.
(d) John Paul and Owen.

2. Of which place in St. Antonin does Merton have unpleasant memories?
(a) The church.
(b) The Lycee.
(c) The museum.
(d) The countryside.

3. What language is Merton required to learn in England?
(a) French.
(b) English.
(c) Latin.
(d) Greek.

4. When was Thomas Merton born?
(a) January 31, 1915.
(b) January 31, 1950.
(c) February 14, 1925.
(d) January 22, 1935.

5. Where did Merton attend school in England while with his aunt?
(a) A church school.
(b) He was home-schooled.
(c) Eton.
(d) Ripley Court.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Merton see as his future occupation in England?

2. Where was Merton's father born?

3. What does Merton like about France?

4. How did Merton's parents foster his love for the monastic life?

5. What are Merton's childhood memories of his brother?

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