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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 1: Text.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the introductory section of his sermon, Edwards quotes the Bible as saying that the Israelites were "void of counsel," (405). What is this saying about the Israelites?
(a) They did not have adequate leadership.
(b) They did not understand the wisdom they were offered.
(c) They failed to listen to their leaders.
(d) They were unable to give thoughtful advice.

2. In what year did Edwards first deliver the sermon "Sinners in the Hands of An Angry God"?
(a) 1741.
(b) 1686.
(c) 1620.
(d) 1775.

3. What is Deuteronomy?
(a) The Massachusetts town where Edwards' home congregation was located.
(b) The liberal philosophy Edwards opposed.
(c) A book of the Bible.
(d) God's plan for all people and all time.

4. The Biblical passage on which Edwards bases this sermon mentions what people?
(a) Christians.
(b) The Israelites.
(c) Egyptians.
(d) The Pharisees.

5. In the introductory section of his sermon, Edwards speaks of the works that God "wrought" (405). What has God done with these works?
(a) Consumed them.
(b) Unleashed them.
(c) Destroyed them.
(d) Created them.

Short Answer Questions

1. In the introductory section of his sermon, Edwards speaks of the works that God "wrought" (405). How is this word pronounced?

2. In the introductory section of his sermon, Edwards says that the Israelites will experience "desolation" (405). What does this mean they will experience?

3. What criticism does Edwards level against the people mentioned in the opening of his sermon?

4. What religious movement was Edwards a part of?

5. What was Edwards' usual manner of delivering a sermon?

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