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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. For what does Abelard ask Heloise at the end of Letter 7?
(a) Forgiveness.
(b) A sketch of the rule she requested from him.
(c) Her prayers.
(d) Details of her life in the convent.

2. In Letter 4, what does Heloise say her feelings are in response to Abelard's letter?
(a) Misery.
(b) Relief.
(c) Disappointment.
(d) Delight.

3. What does Abelard say life becomes in poverty?
(a) A community.
(b) A common store.
(c) A resource.
(d) A firm law.

4. What enables Abelard to return to Paris?
(a) William of Champeaux's reputation was in decline.
(b) William of Champeaux invited him back.
(c) William of Champeaux offered him his chair at the university.
(d) Anselm of Canterbury offered him his chair in the university.

5. Where does Heloise find justification for what she asks Abelard in Letter 6?
(a) Convent practice.
(b) The Rule of the Saints.
(c) Papal dispensations.
(d) Scripture.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Heloise ask Abelard in Letter 6?

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

3. Who does Abelard cite as an example of someone devout in the church?

4. What does Abelard say Heloise deserves?

5. For what does Abelard ask Heloise to pray?

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