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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 was Abelard's second enemy in the university system?
(a) Anselm of Canterbury.
(b) William of Champeaux.
(c) Fulbert.
(d) Anselm of Laon.

2. What are Heloise's feelings at losing Abelard?
(a) Mixed relief and sadness.
(b) Injustice.
(c) Great sorrow.
(d) Outrage and despair.

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

4. What does Heloise say will prevent her from praying for Abelard?
(a) Distress.
(b) Lust.
(c) Doubt.
(d) Irreligious sentiments.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Abelard ask Heloise to take his body if he dies?

2. What is continence, as mentioned in Letter 8?

3. Where was Abelard born?

4. What does Heloise ask Abelard to think about?

5. In Letter 5, what does Abelard say he is surprised by?

(see the answer key)

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