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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Book II, Chapter IX, what is required for a man to possess for his soul to be illuminated with divine light?
(a) God's favor.
(b) Wealth.
(c) A speck of spiritual knowledge.
(d) Holy water.

2. What is a type of pain felt during the dark night that is really not a problem, according to St. John?
(a) The desire to reject God.
(b) The pain of guilt.
(c) The inability to pray.
(d) The need to sin.

3. According to the author, why must the soul forget all forms of natural love?
(a) To be reminded of sin.
(b) To become more like God.
(c) To appreciate divine love.
(d) To reflect the state of a baby.

4. What does St. John say happens after a person is involved in spiritual activities for wrath to enter into a beginner's life?
(a) There is no monetary gain.
(b) The person is lazy.
(c) The pleasure fades.
(d) There is no further instruction from God.

5. According to Book II, Chapter XIV, why does the soul speak these lines: "I went forth without being observed / My house being now at rest"?
(a) Out of sadness.
(b) Out of remorse.
(c) Out of happiness.
(d) Out of guilt.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the reason for the disturbances within a man during the dark night, according to Book II, Chapter VIII?

2. What authors quote a state of pain so extreme for the soul it can find no comfort?

3. What does the spirit of a man search for in the darkness?

4. To what does St. John compare a new Christian?

5. In Book I, Chapter XII, the soul develops a fear of what during the dark night?

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