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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part II, Essays 11 - 16, Priestesses in the Church?, God in the Dock, Behind the Scenes, Revival or Decay?, Before We Can Communicate, Cross-Examination.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Lewis, what, besides humans, experiences pain?
(a) Nothing.
(b) Higher animals only.
(c) Animal stages.
(d) All animals.

2. In Part I, Essay 23 "Must Our Image of God Go?", Lewis argues against what type of an interpretation of the scripture?
(a) Figurative.
(b) Modern.
(c) Literal.
(d) Historical.

3. What was Lewis' intent in his original writings about the pain of animals?
(a) To rebut arguments against God's existence.
(b) To respond to a personal letter not meant for publication.
(c) To provide a simple framework for discussion.
(d) To prove the superiority of mankind.

4. Joad argues that Lewis' point about animal stages does not apply to what type of animals?
(a) Colony dwelling animals.
(b) Apes.
(c) Invertebrates.
(d) Higher animals.

5. What is one reason Lewis gives in support of women serving as priests?
(a) There is a shortage of priests.
(b) They tend to be compassionate.
(c) They are probably as capable as men.
(d) They would attract a more liberal following.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Part I, Essay 9, "The Grand Miracle", Lewis compares the actions of God to those of which of the following?

2. Lewis suggests that arguments for or against God's existence are which of the following?

3. Which of the following does Lewis NOT see as a major adversary for Christian philosophy?

4. Lewis suggests that when viewed "behind the scenes", love may appear to be what?

5. Which of the following is NOT one of the reasons Lewis gives for rejecting the concept of females serving as priests?

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