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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9, "The Imposition".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The Cardinal ritually anoints James' hands and wraps them in linen bands that are given to his mother. What power does this give James?
(a) To marry.
(b) Sacramental power to turn bread and wine into the Body and Blood of Christ.
(c) To bless the congregation.
(d) To give the sermon.

2. How does James read the Bible for the first time?
(a) As a living thing.
(b) Using the Hebrew Bible.
(c) Starting with the New Testament.
(d) Very slowly.

3. James Carroll reminisces on experiences as a young boy growing up in what city?
(a) Chicago, IL.
(b) Richmond, VA.
(c) New York City.
(d) Washington, D.C.

4. What does James learn about religious faith?
(a) It brings families together.
(b) It helps one understand life.
(c) It is healing.
(d) It involves suffering and unhappiness.

5. How does James feel at his ordination?
(a) He is fearful.
(b) He feels betrayed.
(c) He is unsure.
(d) He is happy.

Short Answer Questions

1. Nixon is in office and plans to do what with the Vietnam War?

2. How does James feel among the working-class Irish novices?

3. Who reminds James of Air Force chaplains?

4. On whom does ritual require a newly-ordained priest to first perform his priestly blessing?

5. What in Washington transforms James' resistance into a resolution because he is faithful to John XXIII and embodies his vision for the Church?

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