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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. That author writes that during the dark night while purging the soul, a Christian might feel so much pain that is seems as he is where?
(a) On the sun.
(b) In the grave.
(c) Hell.
(d) In a torture chamber.

3. What symbolism is used to describe how the dark night dries up sensual pleasure?
(a) Plant roots.
(b) Breast milk.
(c) Paint.
(d) A cistern of water.

4. According to St. John, what strong desire does a new Christian experience?
(a) Sensual pleasure.
(b) The desire to be good.
(c) A thirst for God.
(d) A need for acceptance.

5. What is the name of the sin that occurs when a beginner hears another being praised and wants the praise for himself?
(a) Impure heart.
(b) Greed.
(c) Spiritual envy.
(d) Spiritual luxury.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Book I, Chapter XII, the soul develops a fear of what during the dark night?

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

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

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

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