1. In the introductory section of his sermon, Edwards quotes the Bible as saying that the Israelites were "void of counsel," (405). What is this saying about the Israelites?
(a) They failed to listen to their leaders.
(b) They did not have adequate leadership.
(c) They were unable to give thoughtful advice.
(d) They did not understand the wisdom they were offered.

2. In the introduction of his sermon, what is the first thing Edwards says is true of the Israelites' destruction?
(a) It is uncertain.
(b) It is inevitable.
(c) It is unjust.
(d) It is preventable.

3. In the introductory section of his sermon, Edwards speaks of the works that God "wrought" (405). What has God done with these works?
(a) Destroyed them.
(b) Unleashed them.
(c) Created them.
(d) Consumed them.

4. What criticism does Edwards level against the people mentioned in the opening of his sermon?
(a) Despite being blessed by God's grace, they were sinful.
(b) They worshiped false idols.
(c) They were oppressive toward God's chosen people.
(d) Despite being warned repeatedly, they continued to defy God.

5. When, in the introductory section of his sermon, Edwards mentions the "cultivations of heaven," (405) to what is he referring?
(a) God's careful tending.
(b) God's Creation.
(c) Christian people.
(d) Jewish people.

Short Answer Questions

1. In the introductory section of his sermon, Edwards says that the Israelites will experience "desolation" (405). What does this mean they will experience?

2. In the introduction of his sermon, what is the second thing Edwards says is true of the Israelites' destruction?

3. What is Deuteronomy?

4. What was Edwards' usual manner of delivering a sermon?

5. In what year did Edwards first deliver the sermon "Sinners in the Hands of An Angry God"?

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