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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book II, Chapter XVIII.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What directions can men take upon the secret ladder, as described in Book II, Chapter XVIII?
(a) From earth to heaven.
(b) Ascension and descension.
(c) Side to side.
(d) From earth to hell.

2. How many important points are made in Book II, Chapter X, about the purification process?
(a) Twenty.
(b) Seven.
(c) Two.
(d) Fifteen.

3. Who does the author cite as someone who has seen the spiritual ladder?
(a) Joseph.
(b) Moses.
(c) Jacob.
(d) Jeremias.

4. What does God want to do with those who go through the most intense darkness of the dark night?
(a) Abandon them.
(b) Sacrifice them.
(c) Purge all sin.
(d) Bring them closer.

5. In Book II, Chapter XVIII, what does the secret ladder assist humans in reaching?
(a) Heaven.
(b) Forgiveness for the soul.
(c) Spiritual understanding.
(d) God's dwelling place.

Short Answer Questions

1. St. John says that it becomes clear which parts are purified and which are still not purified during what time in the dark night?

2. What does the soul become enkindled with during the dark night, according to Book II, Chapter X?

3. What is the example the author uses in describing the way the purification process works?

4. The author states that people can only move on the ladder when they have a feeling of what for themselves?

5. During the dark night, what does the Christian want to do when the spirit of blasphemy descends, according to Book I, Chapter XIV?

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