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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Letter 25.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Screwtape, which old wisdom is mostly dismissed in the modern world?
(a) Modesty in appearance is always appropriate.
(b) People should actively try to improve upon shortcomings.
(c) People should be prudent about choice of friends and associates.
(d) People should have a consistent savings plan.

2. How does Screwtape see the usefulness of The Same Old Thing?
(a) Humans resist changes, makes devil work is easier.
(b) Humans fear change, makes devil work is easier.
(c) Humans think change for the sake of change is always best.
(d) Humans see sameness as stagnation, constantly seek change.

3. What does Screwtape say is another sign of gluttony in addition to overconsumption?
(a) Rude manners at table.
(b) Absence of pleasant conversation at table.
(c) Choosing to eat alone whenever possible.
(d) Crankiness if denied one's way.

4. What have the Enemy's servants taught for 2000 years as the greatest temptation?
(a) Science
(b) Sex
(c) Worldliness
(d) Pride

5. What is one of Screwtape's most preferred strategies about the human mind?
(a) Focus on sexual distractions to the point of overload.
(b) Focus on Christianity to the point of overload.
(c) Fixate on intellectual abstractions rather than on temporal and spiritual realities.
(d) Foster disagreement about minor aspects of life.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Lewis say is the modern fiend's methods of temptation?

2. What does Screwtape label as fashionable Christianity?

3. How should Wormwood try to develop permanent deceit in the patient?

4. What does Screwtape say is the modern version of gluttony?

5. What type of friendships should Wormwood encourage to the patient?

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