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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When the souls on earth are purged, with what do they become infused, according to Book II, Chapter XII?
(a) Grace and redemption.
(b) Guilt and suffering.
(c) Love and wisdom.
(d) Freedom and pain.

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

3. When does the deadening of a person to the presence of sin get refreshed, according to the author?
(a) Whenever in prayer with God.
(b) The first night of purging.
(c) During a weekly fast.
(d) The second night of purging.

4. A peaceful time with God will spark the spirit of what, according to the author?
(a) Love in the soul.
(b) Contempt for sin.
(c) Peace.
(d) God's mercy.

5. What is the title of the poem that is introduced in the prologue?
(a) "The Stanzas of the Soul."
(b) "Mount Carmel."
(c) "Song of Songs."
(d) "Song of the Soul."

Short Answer Questions

1. What example does the author use to describe divine light?

2. Without passing through the dark night, the author says that people are still what of their natural desires and wants?

3. What is St. John's purpose in using repetition throughout Dark Night of the Soul?

4. St. John explains that beginners who have pride become impatient with whom?

5. What is the purpose for writing Dark Night of the Soul that St. John describes?

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