1. Based on Augustine's Preface, what is the perception of critics toward learning?
(a) The most reliable aids for interpretation are writings from individuals directly connected to the authors of Scriptures.
(b) They do not need aids for interpretation such as those Augustine offers.
(c) Reliable interpretation can come from a situational application.
(d) The most reliable aids for interpretation are from Scripture themselves.

2. What are the two main tools that God uses to teach men what to do, as identified by Augustine?
(a) Scripture and nature.
(b) Priests and Rabbis
(c) Angels and human communities.
(d) Wars and rumors of wars.

3. Why does Augustine expect the method of accessing knowledge he lacks to be successful?
(a) Augustine is familiar with the classification system of the library at Hippo Regius.
(b) Augustine believes God guides those who gather in Christian community.
(c) Augustine has great respect for other learned Priests within his sphere.
(d) Augustine believes that God will give to him because God gives to those who "give away," as does Augustine when he teaches.

4. What was the third type of criticism that Augustine suggests "On Christian Doctrine" would face?
(a) Criticism that his demands for linguistic studies were too exclusive.
(b) Criticism from those who cannot grasp his teaching.
(c) Criticism from those who claim that Augustine relied too much on training and not enough on divine guidance.
(d) Criticism from those who believe it is not needed.

5. Who does Augustine suggest has the ability to know the Truth?
(a) Illuminated minds.
(b) All minds.
(c) All minds joined in community.
(d) Minds God endowed with special gifts.