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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What vision does Teresa have that gives her the idea of how to proceed with the book?
(a) a vision of a winding road
(b) a vision of prayer
(c) a vision of a castle
(d) a vision of St. Joseph

2. What is the most important quality of someone wishing to move deeper?
(a) moderation
(b) industry
(c) humility
(d) indoctrination

3. What metaphor does Teresa use to discuss spiritual consolations?
(a) fire
(b) water
(c) earth
(d) air

4. What does Teresa suggest is the true test of the soul's capacity?
(a) recognizing the sweetness, and in not turning away from it
(b) being still for long periods of time
(c) knowing when God is speaking
(d) a vessel running over with clear water

5. What does Teresa say a person who prays must do?
(a) make confession before prayer
(b) light candles to help the prayer ascend
(c) turn attention away from earthly treasures
(d) lie prostrate on the ground

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Teresa say the condition of the soul is in the First Dwelling?

2. What happens to good deeds when they are done in harmony with the love of Christ?

3. From where does Teresa say consolations come?

4. What is the hope of the soul in the Third Dwelling?

5. What does Teresa say about the servants of an earthly King?

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