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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 1: Text.

Multiple Choice 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?
(a) A plague.
(b) Misery.
(c) A fall.
(d) Destruction.

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

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) Consumed them.
(b) Unleashed them.
(c) Destroyed them.
(d) Created them.

4. In the introductory section of his sermon, Edwards speaks of the works that God "wrought" (405). How is this word pronounced?
(a) Rhymes with "oat."
(b) Rhymes with "gut."
(c) Rhymes with "ought."
(d) Rhymes with "route."

5. 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 did not understand the wisdom they were offered.
(b) They did not have adequate leadership.
(c) They failed to listen to their leaders.
(d) They were unable to give thoughtful advice.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. When, in the introductory section of his sermon, Edwards mentions the "cultivations of heaven," (405) to what is he referring?

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

5. What is Deuteronomy?

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