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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What vision does Teresa have that gives her the idea of how to proceed with the book?
(a) a vision of a castle
(b) a vision of St. Joseph
(c) a vision of a winding road
(d) a vision of prayer

2. From where does Teresa say consolations come?
(a) from spiritual superiors
(b) from purely human endeavors
(c) from great sorrow
(d) from publication of books

3. What does she say is at the center of the castle?
(a) the soul of the believer
(b) the dwelling place of God
(c) the heart of the penitent
(d) the answer to all prayers

4. What is the most important quality of someone wishing to move deeper?
(a) humility
(b) moderation
(c) industry
(d) indoctrination

5. What l transition does Teresa say should happen at Dwelling Three?
(a) from a life of learning to one of teaching
(b) from a life of service to one of total prayer
(c) from a devotional life to one of tangible service and sacrifice
(d) from youth to old age

Short Answer Questions

1. How is the soul once it moves into the Second Dwelling?

2. What does Teresa say happens to those who dwell outside the castle?

3. What does Teresa suggest is the true test of the soul's capacity?

4. How does Teresa classify repeated prayers from memory?

5. How does Teresa classify those who have reached the Third Dwelling?

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