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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 11.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What does Teresa prescribe instead of memorized prayers?
(a) written out prayers
(b) prayers accompanied by the Rosary
(c) spoken prayer with self-examination
(d) requests for specific needs

3. What is a second metaphor of spiritual consolation?
(a) bird sogn that lifts the spirit
(b) sweet music that comes from on high
(c) bubbleing springs that tinkle like bells
(d) a fragrance that originates deep in the soul

4. What does Teresa say inhabits the outside of the castle?
(a) vile, poisonous creatures
(b) lay people
(c) the dead
(d) dragons and monsters

5. How does she refer to God?
(a) as the Beloved
(b) as The Inquisitor
(c) as The Suffering Savior
(d) as the Task Master

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Teresa say about good deeds that only glorify the person who does them?

2. What does Teresa suggest might be offered as a temptation in the second dwelling?

3. What condition does Teresa suggest a soul is in when it turns away from a life of prayer?

4. What is the simile of the soul's remaining willing and receptive so that God will shape her into a selfless lover?

5. What does she say is not prayer at all?

(see the answer key)

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