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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4, Ministry.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did Bonhoeffer say is a possible downside to listening, serving, and bearing that the ministry of proclaiming can help correct?
(a) Not wanting to be critical of one's neighbor.
(b) Becoming overly critical of others.
(c) Burnout.
(d) Becoming a doormat.

2. Bonhoeffer's ideas are not susceptible to rigorous rational examination and do not make sense without belief in _____.
(a) Science.
(b) Faith.
(c) Religion.
(d) Peace.

3. Who schedules the entire day at the seminary?
(a) Bonhoeffer.
(b) Jesus Christ.
(c) The seminarians.
(d) Hitler.

4. What does Bonhoeffer consider the voice of the Church to be?
(a) Singing as one (that is, in unison).
(b) Singing in four-part harmony.
(c) Reading Scripture aloud.
(d) Instrumental music.

5. What did Bonhoeffer say in Chapter 4 that we must remember about other members of the community in which we live?
(a) They are victims of their circumstances and upbringing, and need government help just like us.
(b) They deserve criticism, scorn, and a swift kick in the rear.
(c) They are all better than us and we should consider ourselves lucky they put up with us.
(d) They need assistance, encouragement and forgiveness.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Bonhoeffer say pastors and congregants should do about the community they find themselves in?

2. What is the confidence, according to Bonhoeffer, with which one can offer intercession for another?

3. According to Bonhoeffer, what is the Holy Spirit's purpose?

4. What does Bonhoeffer say is the sole and entire purpose of Christian community fellowship together?

5. What did Bonhoeffer believe that experiencing loneliness could do for Christians?

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