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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. How does Teresa classify those who have reached the Third Dwelling?
(a) already on their way to security unless they turn away
(b) unsure of where they are
(c) exhausted from their journey
(d) looking for a corner to rest in

3. What l transition does Teresa say should happen at Dwelling Three?
(a) from a life of service to one of total prayer
(b) from a devotional life to one of tangible service and sacrifice
(c) from a life of learning to one of teaching
(d) from youth to old age

4. What is the hope of the soul in the Third Dwelling?
(a) more space to be comfortable in
(b) less trouble in the earthly life
(c) a greater responsibility to please God
(d) a life of serving God, or wishing to be taken to Him

5. What does she say is not prayer at all?
(a) praying to God as though He were a servant
(b) rambling on about mundane matters
(c) always asking God for favors
(d) praying while standing up

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What metaphor does Teresa use to discuss spiritual consolations?

3. How does Teresa classify repeated prayers from memory?

4. What does Teresa prescribe instead of memorized prayers?

5. What is a second metaphor of spiritual consolation?

(see the answer key)

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