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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book II, Chapter XVIII.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What might descend upon a Christian while he is going through the dark night, as described in the final chapter of Book I?
(a) A feeling of inner peace.
(b) Fits of insanity.
(c) A perverse or giddy spirit.
(d) A desire for secrets.

2. During the dark night, what does the Christian want to do when the spirit of blasphemy descends, according to Book I, Chapter XIV?
(a) Commit suicide.
(b) Speak out in tongues.
(c) Speak out loud, blasphemous statements.
(d) Obey all of God's commands.

3. What is the example the author uses in describing the way the purification process works?
(a) The chopping down of a tree.
(b) The burning of a log in a fire.
(c) The burning rays of the sun.
(d) The changing seasons.

4. The example the author uses about purification illustrates an understanding of what concept?
(a) The strengthening of the soul by sin.
(b) The purging of the spirit by leaving behind sin.
(c) The purging of the soul by divine love.
(d) The strengthening of the spirit by God's wrath.

5. St. John says that it becomes clear which parts are purified and which are still not purified during what time in the dark night?
(a) The beginning.
(b) The end.
(c) The darkest point.
(d) Periods of rest.

Short Answer Questions

1. The author says the severity of the trials of a person going through the dark night depends on what?

2. According to St. John, what replaces spiritual anxiety after passing through the dark night?

3. The author states that people can only move on the ladder when they have a feeling of what for themselves?

4. Who else can descend and ascend upon the spiritual ladder besides men, according to Book II, Chapter XIII?

5. In Book II, Chapter XVIII, what does the secret ladder assist humans in reaching?

(see the answer key)

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