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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. In one respect, how does man mirror God?

2. Where is it written "Why do you permit yourself to suffer, O God? If the death of the devout costs you dear, why do you permit it?"

3. What specific date does Nicholas say is one of the worst days?

4. On page 85, who does Nicholas say are the mourners?

5. On page 83, what metaphor does Nicholas use to describe what it is to be human?

Short Essay Questions

1. Is there a firm answer to why humans suffer?

2. How is what the Stoics said different from what Jesus said about mourning?

3. What has Nicholas become in the world since Eric's death?

4. What will Nicholas do rather than turn away from death?

5. What will Nicholas do with the regrets he has regarding Eric?

6. What did Job's friends tell him was the reason he lost his children?

7. Who are the mourners?

8. What are the worst days for Nicholas now that Eric is gone?

9. Why does Nicholas say God suffers?

10. How does Nicholas explain why suffering happens?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Using examples from the book, discuss how God suffers, based on Nicholas' religious beliefs and the texts referenced.

Essay Topic 2

Using examples from the book, discuss how Eric's death changed Nicholas.

Essay Topic 3

Using examples from the book, discuss what Nicholas believes are the right and wrong ways to comfort those who are grieving. Look at different ways or methods of grieving and compare or contrast these with Nicholas' view.

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