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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What does Screwtape say is the modern version of gluttony?
(a) Close attention to dieting even at the inconvenience of others.
(b) Excess consumption of desserts at mealtime.
(c) Taking food away from the serving table in "doggy bags."
(d) Excess consumption of liquor at mealtime.

3. What sort of Christian does Screwtape prefer?
(a) Uncommitted Christians.
(b) Christians interested in Christianity and something else.
(c) Christians befuddled by Christianity.
(d) Mere Christians.

4. How does Lewis suggest the modern person avoid gluttony?
(a) Diet constantly, consume very little.
(b) Satisfy the appetites after departing from others.
(c) Take what is offered with humility and gratitude.
(d) Satisfy the appetites before joining others.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

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

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

4. How does Screwtape see the usefulness of The Same Old Thing?

5. What does Screwtape say is another sign of gluttony in addition to overconsumption?

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