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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Augustine write the confessions?
(a) To find out the sources of his errors earlier in life and also to encourage the faithful in seeking truth and knowledge of God.
(b) By order of the Pope.
(c) In order to show his sincerity to be admitted to a monk order.
(d) For his final project in school.

2. What author does Augustine dislike?
(a) Plato.
(b) Homer.
(c) Virgil.
(d) Socrates.

3. When does Augustine believe a person starts sinning?
(a) When one becomes married.
(b) Right at infancy.
(c) At puberty.
(d) Never.

4. What is one of Augustine's greatest faults as a boy and young man?
(a) Too serious.
(b) Pride.
(c) Overly diligent.
(d) He really had few faults, not too bad.

5. How does Augustine see Christianity as being deficient?
(a) It fails to impress Augustine with its superior viewpoint to the many other religions and sects available.
(b) It is too simplistic.
(c) It doesn't promote change through violence or any means possible.
(d) It is too improbable.

Short Answer Questions

1. What about Augustine are both of his parents proud?

2. At one point, what does Augustine believe about evil?

3. How is Augustine a paradox within himself?

4. Why does Augustine wish his family had arranged a marriage for him?

5. Where does Augustine go to study?

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