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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. How did the author describe Padre Pio's trip to Rome?

2. Why did Padre Pio join Capuchin Order?

3. What did Padre Pio study at the friary at San Marco la Catola?

4. When Padre Pio returned to Pietrelcina in Chapter 7, what was he known for?

5. In Chapter 8, what did the author say the first stage of mystical experiences is?

Short Essay Questions

1. When did Padre Pio learn at San Marco la Catola?

2. How did doctors respond to Padre Pio's trances?

3. In Chapter 12, what did the author say about Padre Pio's miracles?

4. What happened when Padre Pio first decided to join the Capuchin Order?

5. What was the Rule of St. Francis?

6. How did World War I affect Padre Pio?

7. In Chapter 9, why did Benedetto disagree with Padre Pio?

8. How did Padre Pio's following change after he was allowed to hear confessions?

9. In Chapter 6, what were Padre Pio's trances?

10. After moving in with the order of friars in Chapter 3, what did Padre Pio have to learn?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What was the impact of Padre Pio's childhood on his adult life? How did the author show these connections?

Essay Topic 2

Trace the history of Padre Pio's religious importance. Consider extending beyond the time period address in this book to include the last few years as well.

Essay Topic 3

Compare the rural settings to the urban settings in this book. Consider how the settings affected religious beliefs, actions, and Padre Pio as a person.

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