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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Third Temptation.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the grand inquisitor say happened to Jesus?
(a) He was asked three questions.
(b) He was blessed.
(c) He performed great miracles.
(d) He was taught prayers.

2. How long does the grand inquisitor say it had been since the church followed Jesus' teachings?
(a) 800 years.
(b) Since the death of Caesar.
(c) Forever.
(d) Since the 13th century.

3. What does the grand inquisitor say Jesus did to spirituality?
(a) Created it in his actions.
(b) Saved it from destruction.
(c) Protected it from the church.
(d) Burdened it with suffering.

4. When the people are silent before him what does the cardinal do?
(a) Explain his actions.
(b) Demand their obedience.
(c) Preach a sermon.
(d) Bless them.

5. How does the prisoner look at the grand inquisitor when he is being accused in his cell?
(a) Sadly.
(b) Angrily.
(c) Indifferently.
(d) Meekly.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the grand inquisitor's manner with Jesus?

2. Who isn't present in the girl's funeral?

3. What is the second thing Jesus was tempted with?

4. What does Ivan tell Alyosha is the chief part of the cardinal's speech?

5. How does the grand inquisitor feel about the questions that Jesus was tempted with?

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