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

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

3. In Book I, Chapter III, what is the rosary made of?
(a) Ivory.
(b) Animal teeth.
(c) Gold.
(d) Spines of a fish.

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) They no longer believe in their faith.
(b) Their sins worsen.
(c) God suddenly abandons them.
(d) God draws closer to them.

5. What does God feed new beginners according to the author?
(a) Spiritual milk.
(b) Bread.
(c) Nothing.
(d) Water.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is not encouraged to grow in a sensual friendship, according to Book I, Chapter IV?

2. According to St. John, what happens when beginners try to build their own spirituality instead of waiting on God?

3. Who is the author of Dark Night of the Soul?

4. What does the author say the devil uses against beginners who have pride?

5. What is the name of the sin that occurs when a beginner hears another being praised and wants the praise for himself?

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