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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book I, Chapter VIII | Book I, Chapter IX.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is not encouraged to grow in a sensual friendship, according to Book I, Chapter IV?
(a) Love for others.
(b) True relationships.
(c) Understanding for the other person.
(d) The love of God.

2. What does the author say the devil uses against beginners who have pride?
(a) Money.
(b) Rituals.
(c) Lust.
(d) Laziness.

3. According to St. John, what happens when beginners try to build their own spirituality instead of waiting on God?
(a) They become frustrated with the progress.
(b) They begin to influence other into sin.
(c) They succeed.
(d) They begin to feel like they no longer need God.

4. What do beginning Christians feel happens when they grow in faith and deal with suffering for God's sake, according to Book I, Chapter IX?
(a) God suddenly abandons them.
(b) They no longer believe in their faith.
(c) Their sins worsen.
(d) God draws closer to them.

5. What is the theme of Book I, Chapter IV?
(a) Spiritual luxury.
(b) Faith and money.
(c) God's wrath.
(d) Lack of faith.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Book I, Chapter VII, what do beginners do when they hear others being praised?

2. What does St. John say happens after a person is involved in spiritual activities for wrath to enter into a beginner's life?

3. Gluttony is exhibited when believers go to extremes and will not stop what?

4. According to St. John, one going through the dark night does not experience pleasure in what?

5. In Book I, Chapter II, what sin do beginners exhibit when they choose leaders who agree with their views?

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