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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1: Chapter 4, The Children in the Market Place.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How did Merton's parents foster his love for the monastic life?
(a) They bought him many things.
(b) They disliked anything they considered to be bourgeois.
(c) They introduced him to monks.
(d) They encouraged him to be wealthy.

2. What is the "sign of the Water Bearer"?
(a) The symbol for the month of January.
(b) An advertisement for a hotel.
(c) The name of his father's art gallery.
(d) Merton's astrological birth sign of Aquarius.

3. What author was an enduring influence on Merton?
(a) William Blake.
(b) G.M. Hopkins.
(c) William Faulkner.
(d) John Donne.

4. How does Merton describe this book?
(a) It is a story about his father.
(b) It is the story of his travels.
(c) It is an autobiography of faith.
(d) It is the biography of his mother.

5. What is the Jester?
(a) A nickname for Merton's friend.
(b) A costume Merton wears to a party.
(c) A card game Merton plays.
(d) A student publication.

Short Answer Questions

1. What philosophy does Merton explore while at the university?

2. What does Merton love about America?

3. Why does Merton say he was "truly happy" in England?

4. Who is Owen Merton?

5. Who came to visit Merton in 1930?

(see the answer key)

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