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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. According to Book II, Chapter XIV, why does the soul speak these lines: "I went forth without being observed / My house being now at rest"?
(a) Out of happiness.
(b) Out of remorse.
(c) Out of sadness.
(d) Out of guilt.

3. Gluttony is exhibited when believers go to extremes and will not stop what?
(a) Collecting money.
(b) Having sexual affairs.
(c) Being angry at others.
(d) Spiritual exercises.

4. What directions can men take upon the secret ladder, as described in Book II, Chapter XVIII?
(a) From earth to heaven.
(b) Ascension and descension.
(c) Side to side.
(d) From earth to hell.

5. In Book II, Chapter XIII, the author states that love is felt by what?
(a) The human mind.
(b) Guilt.
(c) Emotions.
(d) Sin.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. Where must man walk to be protected from the evil of natural senses?

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

5. In Book II, Chapter IV, what is purged on the second night of darkness?

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