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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 Doctrine section of his sermon, Edwards calls corruption "immoderate" (408). What is he claiming about corruption?
(a) It draws attention to itself.
(b) It exceeds normal boundaries.
(c) It is a relic of the past.
(d) It is as hot as fire.

2. What is Edwards' tenth argument for the truth of his statement of doctrine?
(a) Sinners are the property of hell whether they are alive or dead.
(b) All people are subject to divine law.
(c) God has no agreement with or obligations to the unconverted.
(d) Only good deeds and good character will keep a person out of hell.

3. What religious movement was Edwards a part of?
(a) The Great Awakening.
(b) Deism.
(c) Dualism.
(d) Liberation Theology.

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?
(a) Personification.
(b) Logos.
(c) Metaphor.
(d) Dialogue.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. In the Doctrine section of his sermon, Edwards makes reference to the "manifold" experience of the world. What kind of experience is this?

2. What is Edwards' eighth argument for the truth of his statement of doctrine?

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

4. In the Doctrine section of his sermon, when Edwards says "as the heart is now a sink of sin, so, if sin was not restrained," (408), this is an example of which literary technique?

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?

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