1. What is the primary tool for interpretation for the critics that Augustine primarily focuses on in the Preface?
(a) Trial and error application to the situations for which they need Scriptural guidance.
(b) Investigating commentaries produced closer to the time of the authors of Scriptures.
(c) A "special gift" from God.
(d) Intense study of Scripture.

2. How will studying this subject help in understanding Scripture?
(a) Understanding the grammar of languages will help interpret the prose and poetry of Scripture.
(b) Understanding the regional accents of the time will help interpret phrases and word variations.
(c) Understanding the dialects of the time will help to interpret discussions and analogies of Scripture.
(d) Understanding the metaphors of the time will help bring deeper meaning to signs and parables.

3. Of these influences on individual thought, which does Augustine claim Scripture teaches are negative to Christian thought?
(a) A Rabbi can distract a Christian from the "Final Propitiation."
(b) The devil can mislead someone to think that a Christian knows more than they do.
(c) A spouse can distract a Christian with the "needs of this world."
(d) Land owners can convince Christians that the blessings of God are demonstrated through material riches.

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

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