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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. As described in Book II, Chapter II, what are deeply rooted in the spirit of a person and must be removed by the purging of the soul?
(a) Mortal sin.
(b) Spiritual imperfections.
(c) Habitual imperfections.
(d) The seven deadly sins.

2. In Book I, Chapter II, what sin do beginners exhibit when they choose leaders who agree with their views?
(a) Sloth.
(b) Greed.
(c) Avarice.
(d) Pride.

3. St. John explains that beginners who have pride become impatient with whom?
(a) Friends.
(b) God and themselves.
(c) Neighbors.
(d) Loved ones.

4. In Book I, Chapter VI, what sin are new believers said to be especially prone to because of its sweetness?
(a) Avarice.
(b) Gluttony.
(c) Lust.
(d) Greed.

5. In Book I, Chapter VIII, what does the second night purify?
(a) Spiritual luxury.
(b) The sensual.
(c) God's love.
(d) The soul.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. When entering into the dark night, what does God cause the soul of the person to simply desire, according to Book I, Chapter IX?

3. St. John writes that because of the goodness of God's divine wisdom, the soul actually feels as if it is being what?

4. What does the author say the devil uses against beginners who have pride?

5. What is the name of the sin that occurs when a beginner hears another being praised and wants the praise for himself?

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