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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Letter 8, Abelard to Heloise.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Abelard describe as an example of what he is talking about?
(a) An Ethiopian woman.
(b) A German woman.
(c) A Chinese woman.
(d) An Italian woman.

2. How does Abelard answer Heloise's second letter in Letter 5?
(a) Impressionistically.
(b) Indirectly.
(c) Point by point.
(d) In roundabout fashion.

3. To what does Abelard compare a monastery when he says that someone has to be in charge?
(a) An army.
(b) The government.
(c) A family.
(d) A business.

4. Which role is not mentioned by Abelard when he describes the roles necessary to run a convent?
(a) A shepherd.
(b) A portress.
(c) A cellaress.
(d) A wardrobe.

5. What does Abelard say has increased in him recently?
(a) Fear.
(b) Devotion.
(c) Nostalgia.
(d) Lust.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Abelard say life becomes in poverty?

2. What does Abelard say is a danger to Heloise's body?

3. What does Abelard say he will do to Heloise in Letter 5?

4. What should people focus on, according to Abelard in Letter 8?

5. What does Abelard say he wants as an outcome of others' prayers?

(see the answer key)

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