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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What is Edwards' tenth argument for the truth of his statement of doctrine?
(a) God has no agreement with or obligations to the unconverted.
(b) Sinners are the property of hell whether they are alive or dead.
(c) All people are subject to divine law.
(d) Only good deeds and good character will keep a person out of hell.

3. What is Edwards' ninth argument for the truth of his statement of doctrine?
(a) There is no way for a person to plan and scheme their way out of going to hell.
(b) People can learn from the example of sinners already in hell.
(c) A personal relationship with God is the route to salvation.
(d) Only the predestined, or "God's Elect," will go to heaven.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. In the Doctrine section of his sermon, Edwards makes reference to "providence" several times. To what is he referring?

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

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

4. Edwards' claim, the the Doctrine section of his sermon, that "Unconverted men walk over the pit of hell on a rotten covering" (408), is what type of argument?

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

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