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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 2: Doctrine.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. The Biblical passage on which Edwards bases this sermon mentions what people?
(a) The Israelites.
(b) The Pharisees.
(c) Christians.
(d) Egyptians.

3. What is the only thing, according to Edwards, that stops God from sending the wicked to hell?
(a) Christ's love.
(b) His arbitrary will.
(c) Their covenant with Him.
(d) The possibility of their repentance.

4. In what year did Edwards first deliver the sermon "Sinners in the Hands of An Angry God"?
(a) 1686.
(b) 1741.
(c) 1620.
(d) 1775.

5. According to Edwards, what key difference exists between God and earthly authorities?
(a) Earthly authorities are sometimes merciful.
(b) Humans can fight against earthly authorities.
(c) Humans can understand earthly authorities.
(d) Earthly authorities sometimes make mistakes.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. In the introductory section of his sermon, Edwards speaks of the works that God "wrought" (405). What has God done with these works?

3. In the Doctrine section of his sermon, Edwards makes reference to "providence" several times. To what is he referring?

4. When, in the Doctrine section of his sermon, Edwards says, of death, "It came as a thief" (410), what rhetorical device is he using?

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

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