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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 2: Doctrine.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. In the Doctrine section of his sermon, Edwards notes that the Bible compares the souls of sinners to what?
(a) Lions.
(b) The fires of hell.
(c) A stormy sea.
(d) Devils.

3. In the Doctrine section of his sermon, Edwards calls God's laws "immutable" (407). What is he saying is true of God's laws?
(a) They cannot be changed.
(b) They are just.
(c) They cannot be argued with.
(d) They are wise.

4. According to Edwards, what key difference exists between God and earthly authorities?
(a) Humans can understand earthly authorities.
(b) Humans can fight against earthly authorities.
(c) Earthly authorities are sometimes merciful.
(d) Earthly authorities sometimes make mistakes.

5. What is Edwards' sixth argument for the truth of his statement of doctrine?
(a) Sinners would create hell for themselves if God did not restrain them.
(b) People fool themselves if they think they have the power to keep themselves out of hell.
(c) Accepting Christ is the only way to avoid hell.
(d) God is the only thing keeping sinners out of hell.

Short Answer Questions

1. The first argument of the Doctrine section is where Edwards first introduces which analogy?

2. What is Deuteronomy?

3. In the Doctrine section of his sermon, Edwards calls corruption "immoderate" (408). What is he claiming about corruption?

4. In the introduction of his sermon, what is the fourth thing Edwards says is true of the Israelites' destruction?

5. What is Edwards' first argument for the truth of his statement of doctrine?

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