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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. Gregory of Tours showed a direct connection between defense of the doctrine of the Trinity and what other component?

2. Which of the following best describes one of the bishop's backgrounds?

3. What was the name of the duke the two men wanted to attack?

4. Why did Gregory of Tours write this book?

5. Who was said to control the rain?

Short Essay Questions

1. What did Lupus and Ursio do to the Duke of Champagne, and what resulted?

2. What powers did the prophet, Elisha, have?

3. What delusion did Gregory of Tours dispel for readers in Book 5?

4. How did Cato become a bishop?

5. How was Radegunda considered successful?

6. How has the language of The History of Franks been changed by editors?

7. Describe the role of miracles in the lives of saints.

8. What knowledge did Gregory of Tours have about the Old Testament and how did he show this?

9. How did Gregory of Tours define his relationship with religion?

10. What happened when Lupus and Ursio formed a union?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

To what point is The History of the Franks still relevant? How might the text still relate to modern society, in spite of its many differences?

Essay Topic 2

Was Gregory biased in his writing? Why or why not? How would you assess the reliability of Gregory in his writing?

Essay Topic 3

Why did Gregory initially decline his promotion from deacon to bishop? Why is this significant to know about Gregory? Does this change your perception of him? Why or why not?

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