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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. To which famous philosopher does Lewis refer at the end of "The Inner Ring"?
2. In his description of the inner ring, what does Lewis say happens when we get close to the ring?
3. In the opening of "The Inner Ring", Lewis says that he will not attempt to talk about what?
4. In his discussion of what it takes to be a member of the inner ring, Lewis says that the trial for the inner ring may end in all but which of the following ways?
5. According to "On Forgiveness", what part of forgiveness are we responsible for taking to God?
Short Essay Questions
1. According to "The Inner Ring", what is the difference between a small musical group and an inner ring?
2. When discussing the common idea that we are all equal in the sight of God, Lewis proposes what he admits may seem to be a paradox. Explain the paradox.
3. Lewis says in "On Forgiveness" that there are two remedies for the danger of excusing ourselves from sin. Explain these two remedies.
4. In the discussion of the inner ring, what does Lewis say we hope to achieve by getting inside the ring?
5. At the end of "Membership", Lewis says that he may have complicated a simple matter but that he was anxious to bring out what two points?
6. In the opening of "The Inner Ring", what does Lewis believe of the desire to be inside the inner ring?
7. In "Membership", why is the idea that religion should take place in solitude a dangerous one?
8. In his discussion of the value of the human soul, Lewis has what to say about why God died for man?
9. What disadvantages does Lewis say in "Is Theology Poetry?" does Christianity have when faced with other doctrines?
10. What does Lewis say in his discussion of forgiveness is the hardest part about forgiving others?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Lewis states that the modern idea that religion should be a solitary pursuit is detrimental to the Christian journey. Explore this assertion in detail and include supporting information from the text.
Essay Topic 2
Compare and contrast Lewis's view of man as a cautious creature, careful not to be too worked up in the course of devotions, with the common Christian perception of this same subject. Explore the connection in detail and be sure to include supporting information from the text.
Essay Topic 3
Analyze and explore Lewis's personal view on why Pacifism is not a logical position. Be sure to explain each point fully and use supporting information from the text.
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