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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does the cardinal think that the church will appear to be gods?
(a) They will preach God's word.
(b) They will free the people from spiritual thought.
(c) They will perform miracles.
(d) They will have be all powerful.

2. How does the grand inquisitor think Jesus created conscience?
(a) Living selflessly.
(b) Teaching man through example.
(c) In his interactions with students.
(d) By not proving his identity.

3. What is the significance of the Tower of Babel?
(a) Physical power.
(b) Man trying to equal god.
(c) Supreme knowledge.
(d) Scientific acheivement.

4. Why does the cardinal say the clergy keeps silent about the true nature of their power?
(a) To keep control.
(b) To deceive the weak.
(c) To protect the strong.
(d) Out of love for humanity.

5. Why does Ivan say the character "Our Lady" falls before the throne of God and beg?
(a) She thinks denial of heaven sufficent punishment.
(b) She is shocked at what she sees in hell.
(c) She believes in forgiveness for all.
(d) She wants to save her friends in hell.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does the grand inquisitor say the prisoner talked to in the wilderness?

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

3. What does the grand inquisitor think people need in addition to life?

4. Why does the cardinal think Jesus wouldn't feed the world?

5. Why does the cardinal think people don't want freedom?

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