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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book Two.
Multiple Choice Questions
1. Why does Augustine expect the method of accessing knowledge he lacks to be successful?
(a) Augustine believes that God will give to him because God gives to those who "give away," as does Augustine when he teaches.
(b) Augustine has great respect for other learned Priests within his sphere.
(c) Augustine believes God guides those who gather in Christian community.
(d) Augustine is familiar with the classification system of the library at Hippo Regius.
2. What was the third type of criticism that Augustine suggests "On Christian Doctrine" would face?
(a) Criticism that his demands for linguistic studies were too exclusive.
(b) Criticism from those who claim that Augustine relied too much on training and not enough on divine guidance.
(c) Criticism from those who believe it is not needed.
(d) Criticism from those who cannot grasp his teaching.
3. What does Augustine use to illustrate a thing to be enjoyed?
(a) A delicious meal.
(b) The special gift that enables one to cook a delicious meal.
(c) The pot for cooking a delicious meal.
(d) The gathering of friends who come to share a delicious meal.
4. What does Augustine state signs are regardless of whether they want to be?
(a) Given signs.
(b) Natural signs.
(c) Signs that are words.
(d) Signs that are things.
5. What facts of Scripture does Augustine set as the foundation for understanding it?
(a) All the teachings of Christ.
(b) Objects, times, places and people referred to in Scripture and the spiritual realm of the people in Scripture.
(c) All Scriptural history starting from creation.
(d) The context of the miracles so they can understand the purpose of God in delivering them.
Short Answer Questions
1. What is the significance of Augustine recommending mastery of so many fields in Book Two?
2. According to Augustine, how should a student be affected as he/she becomes proficient in interpreting Scripture?
3. What are the mix of subjects that Augustine emphasizes in his education?
4. Why does Augustine suggest that God would use confusing signs?
5. Augustine endeavors to answer many questions about what subject in Book One?
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