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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Letter 4, Heloise to Abelard.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was the status of Abelard's father?
(a) Professor.
(b) Merchant.
(c) Preacher.
(d) Knight.

2. What did Abelard do with his inheritance?
(a) Managed it together with his brothers.
(b) Gave it to his brother's eldest son.
(c) Gave it to his mother.
(d) Gave it to the church.

3. What condition did Abelard impose on his marriage with Heloise?
(a) That it be a large celebration.
(b) That it take place immediately.
(c) That it take place in secret.
(d) That it not take place for two years.

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

5. What does Abelard say is the cause of his feeling?
(a) His nostalgia for their lovemaking.
(b) His physical pain.
(c) His despair at his condition.
(d) His absence from Heloise.

Short Answer Questions

1. What were the contents of the letter Heloise saw?

2. In Letter 4, what does Heloise say her feelings are in response to Abelard's letter?

3. What does Abelard admit to in Letter 3?

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

5. What did William of Champeaux do at the beginning of Abelard's career?

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