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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What hazard does Augustine state must one keep in check as they learn of the fields pertaining to Scripture?
(a) Eschatology against Scriptural language to prevent heresy.
(b) The pride develops with great learning.
(c) The consistency of what are considered to be signs against traditional interpretations.
(d) The accuracy of translations against original manuscripts.

2. Into what two spheres does Augustine divide the natural knowledge needed for Scriptural interpretation?
(a) Things and signs.
(b) Arts and sciences.
(c) Truth and heresies.
(d) Literal and figurative.

3. According to Augustine in Book Two, in order for the student to become an effective teacher, what two skills must the student master?
(a) Logic and rhetoric.
(b) Prophecy and signs.
(c) Arts and sciences.
(d) Navigation and philosophy.

4. Even though Augustine does not mention this subject directly, what will his students need to master to understand languages?
(a) Grammar.
(b) Dialects.
(c) Regional accents.
(d) Metaphors.

5. What does Augustine write is incompatible with love?
(a) Using things without the goal of enjoying them is incompatible with love.
(b) Using things for non-Scriptural purposes is incompatible with love.
(c) Coveting things for one's self is incompatible with love.
(d) Using things without seeking wisdom is incompatible with love.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Augustine reason is the consequence to human teaching if learning comes from Divine gifts?

2. What is an important distinction that Augustine teaches students to understand through three Books of "On Christian Doctrine?

3. Since Augustine regards his disciples as "divinely instituted," what responsibility falls on his students?

4. Of these influences on individual thought, which does Augustine claim Scripture teaches are negative to Christian thought?

5. What are the primary possessions of the student of Scripture, according to Augustine in Book Two?

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