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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Letter 3, Abelard to Heloise.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What explanation does Abelard offer for his action?
(a) He thought their time together was over.
(b) He thought she could not love him now.
(c) He wanted to put the past behind him.
(d) He did not want to make her suffer.

2. What does Heloise say she has sought out for Abelard?
(a) Justice.
(b) His due.
(c) His glory.
(d) Revenge.

3. What does Abelard affirm to Heloise?
(a) His love.
(b) His devotion to God.
(c) His suffering.
(d) His outrage.

4. In what way did Abelard establish his reputation and earn a following?
(a) Fighting with William of Champeaux.
(b) Debating scripture.
(c) Debating philosophy.
(d) Studying with Anselm of Laon.

5. What does Abelard say he wants others' prayers to help him avoid?
(a) Being harmed further.
(b) Being exiled.
(c) Being killed.
(d) Going to hell.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Heloise describe her and Abelard's story?

2. What are Heloise's feelings at losing Abelard?

3. What was Abelard and Heloise's son named?

4. What does Abelard admit to in Letter 3?

5. What does Abelard make sure to say was NOT the case for his action?

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