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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. To what can the fifth step of the ladder of love be compared?
(a) Children and parents.
(b) A priest and God.
(c) A husband and wife.
(d) A starving person and food.

2. The example the author uses about purification illustrates an understanding of what concept?
(a) The strengthening of the spirit by God's wrath.
(b) The strengthening of the soul by sin.
(c) The purging of the soul by divine love.
(d) The purging of the spirit by leaving behind sin.

3. Why does the soul become secure after passing through the dark night, according to St. John?
(a) It has become like God.
(b) It has forgiven God's mistakes.
(c) It has found itself.
(d) It has become strong in sin.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. A peaceful time with God will spark the spirit of what, according to the author?

2. In what is the soul enveloped before passing through the dark night?

3. What happens at the same time the soul is yearning for God in Book II, Chapter XI?

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

5. What happens when the soul has a more complete purging, according to the author?

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