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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What analogy does Merton make in Part 2, Chapter 2, to describe his spiritual state?
(a) He describes the state of his mind as similar to a hermitage.
(b) He describes his mind as a polluted river.
(c) He talks about his life as a monastery.
(d) He likens his state to that of a hospital patient who has survived an operation.

2. How does Merton imagine a monastery to be?
(a) The brothers are all pious and devoted.
(b) The brothers want to advance in their religious careers.
(c) The brothers argue constantly.
(d) The brothers are plagued by doubt.

3. What impact does Catherine de Hueck have on Merton?
(a) Her belief he should leave the priesthood angers him.
(b) She inspires him with her work among the poor.
(c) Her calling to become a nun makes him envious.
(d) Her wealth influences him.

4. What details of war make Merton uncomfortable?
(a) The hierarchy of the military.
(b) The destruction of monasteries.
(c) The experiences of the infantry.
(d) Bombing raids and the death of innocent people.

5. Why does Merton register for the draft in the way that he does?
(a) He opposes the methods of warfare.
(b) He is morally opposed to war.
(c) He follows the advice of his religious teachers.
(d) He wants to gain attention and fame.

Short Answer Questions

1. With whom does Merton receive the habit he will wear as a monk?

2. What, in Part 2, Chapter 2, causes Merton to feel enthusiastic?

3. Who suggests that Merton withdraw his application for the novitiate?

4. Who is the Baroness?

5. What prompted Merton to confess his sins to the abbot?

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