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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. As described in Book II, Chapter II, what are deeply rooted in the spirit of a person and must be removed by the purging of the soul?
(a) Habitual imperfections.
(b) Spiritual imperfections.
(c) The seven deadly sins.
(d) Mortal sin.

2. In Book I, Chapter II, what sin do beginners exhibit when they choose leaders who agree with their views?
(a) Greed.
(b) Avarice.
(c) Pride.
(d) Sloth.

3. St. John says that the dark night causes the soul to gain a healthy respect for what?
(a) Sin.
(b) Itself.
(c) God.
(d) Others.

4. St. John explains that beginners who have pride become impatient with whom?
(a) Friends.
(b) Neighbors.
(c) Loved ones.
(d) God and themselves.

5. In Book I, Chapter VIII, what does the second night purify?
(a) The sensual.
(b) Spiritual luxury.
(c) God's love.
(d) The soul.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is another name for avarice?

2. In Book I, Chapter VIII, what does the first night purify?

3. The seven deadly sins are recognized by what Christian community?

4. When entering into the dark night, what does God cause the soul of the person to simply desire, according to Book I, Chapter IX?

5. What does St. John say affects Christians in a way that they are easily swayed by their senses and see imaginary visions?

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