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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. To what does St. John compare a new Christian?
(a) A dying flower.
(b) A new baby.
(c) A cloud.
(d) A weed.

2. In Book II, Chapter XI, the soul would miss the spiritual love and affection of what if it was to go away?
(a) The guild of sin.
(b) The fire of the Spirit.
(c) The threat of evil.
(d) The demands of the earthly world.

3. 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) Spiritual imperfections.
(b) The seven deadly sins.
(c) Mortal sin.
(d) Habitual imperfections.

4. In what other way does the author describe the passions of man being at rest?
(a) Asleep.
(b) Imprisoned.
(c) Aroused.
(d) Tortured.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What is the main topic of discussion in Book II, Chapter XV?

3. With what are the spirits in purgatory purged?

4. St. John says that the dark night causes the soul to gain a healthy respect for what?

5. What authors quote a state of pain so extreme for the soul it can find no comfort?

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