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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When, in the introductory section of his sermon, Edwards mentions the "cultivations of heaven," (405) to what is he referring?
(a) Christian people.
(b) God's careful tending.
(c) God's Creation.
(d) Jewish people.

2. In the introduction of his sermon, what is the second thing Edwards says is true of the Israelites' destruction?
(a) It will be sudden.
(b) It will be expected.
(c) It will be thorough.
(d) It will be predictable.

3. In the introduction of his sermon, what is the fourth thing Edwards says is true of the Israelites' destruction?
(a) The timing depends on the depth of their sin.
(b) The timing depends on God's will.
(c) It will happen during the Second Coming.
(d) It will happen when they stray too far toward the pit.

4. What criticism does Edwards level against the people mentioned in the opening of his sermon?
(a) Despite being blessed by God's grace, they were sinful.
(b) Despite being warned repeatedly, they continued to defy God.
(c) They worshiped false idols.
(d) They were oppressive toward God's chosen people.

5. 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 were unable to give thoughtful advice.
(b) They did not have adequate leadership.
(c) They did not understand the wisdom they were offered.
(d) They failed to listen to their leaders.

Short Answer Questions

1. The Biblical passage on which Edwards bases this sermon mentions what people?

2. In the introductory section of his sermon, Edwards speaks of the works that God "wrought" (405). What has God done with these works?

3. What is Deuteronomy?

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

5. What religious movement was Edwards a part of?

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