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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3: Chapter 3, The Sleeping Volcano.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where did Merton visit his father after the end of the school term at Oakham?
(a) Rome.
(b) London.
(c) France.
(d) Scotland.

2. What is Friendship House?
(a) A place that helps poor residents in Harlem.
(b) A monastery guesthouse.
(c) A cottage in New York.
(d) A place to make a religious retreat.

3. What, in Part 2, Chapter 2, causes Merton to feel enthusiastic?
(a) Playing sports.
(b) Learning Latin.
(c) Writing poems.
(d) Going to confession.

4. Who put Merton on the academic path to Cambridge University?
(a) Aunt Maude.
(b) Uncle Ben.
(c) F.C. Doherty.
(d) Owen Merton.

5. What does Merton think his motive should be for writing?
(a) To teach his students about the world.
(b) To describe events from his travels.
(c) To make money and support himself.
(d) To glorify God and His teachings.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which saint becomes important to Merton when he receives the Baronness' advice?

2. What profession does Tom encourage Merton to prepare for?

3. What stops Merton from making his retreat at Gethsemani?

4. What does Merton feel about the war?

5. Where is Merton's brother during the time Merton is at Friendship House?

(see the answer key)

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