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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book One.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. With what prediction does Augustine start "On Christian Doctrine"?
(a) The work will face three kinds of criticism.
(b) Christians will transform society through piety and rhetorical skill.
(c) Christians will gather around a uniform doctrine.
(d) God will assure that the Church will become the primary social force in the world.

2. What was the first type of criticism Augustine suggests his work "On Christian Doctrine" would face?
(a) Criticism that blending Greek and Christian philosophies was heretical.
(b) Criticism that his demands for linguistic studies were too exclusive.
(c) Criticism that his moral demands would be restricted to pagan converts.
(d) Criticism from those who cannot grasp his teaching.

3. What is the logical inconsistency of the critics that Augustine confronts in the Preface?
(a) If these critics believe that Scripture can only be learned through "special gifts," and God wants everyone to know scriptures, then why doesn't everyone have "special gifts"?
(b) If these critics believe they need no training, why are they reviewing Augustine's works?
(c) If learning only comes through community, why does Scripture encourage separation for prayer?
(d) If these critics believe learning only comes through the possession of "special gifts," why do they teach?

4. Of these influences on personal thought, which does Augustine claim Scripture teaches can lead a Christian to positive patterns?
(a) That God always calls His chosen people to work productively.
(b) That Priests are a model of what St. Paul inferred in Hebrews was the "Priesthood of Believers," and are therefore a legitimate source of guidance.
(c) That God uses angels to direct men to human communities to learn.
(d) That "leaving and cleaving" that forms marriage is a reflection of God's character.

5. What does Augustine use to illustrate a thing to be used?
(a) A pot for cooking a delicious meal.
(b) A delicious meal used to to bring friends together.
(c) Community that develops among friends during a delicious meal.
(d) A friend who has the special gift to cook a delicious meal.

Short Answer Questions

1. Upon what does Augustine focus most of his efforts in the Preface of "On Christian Doctrine"?

2. How does Augustine characterize the argument that his teaching is not needed because it comes from a human source?

3. What are the three things Augustine identifies as how God inspires His children?

4. What does Augustine use to illustrate a thing to be enjoyed?

5. According to Augustine, how should a student be affected as he/she becomes proficient in interpreting Scripture?

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