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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Letter 6, Heloise to Abelard.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. To what does Abelard refer her as proof of what he says?
(a) Her childhood.
(b) Scripture.
(c) Ordinary experience.
(d) His letter.

2. Heloise says that consolation shared is what?
(a) Consolation doubled.
(b) The basis of love.
(c) All the consolation there is.
(d) Consolation eased.

3. Where does God look for virtue, according to Heloise?
(a) The conscience.
(b) A person's acts.
(c) The mind.
(d) The heart.

4. In Letter 4, what does Heloise say her feelings are in response to Abelard's letter?
(a) Misery.
(b) Relief.
(c) Delight.
(d) Disappointment.

5. What does Abelard say in Letter 5 that he hopes to avoid?
(a) Further punishment.
(b) Forgiveness.
(c) Begging for mercy.
(d) Devotion.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Heloise say are her feelings toward God?

2. In Letter 4, for what does Heloise say she is grateful?

3. What does Heloise say is Abelard's relation with her now?

4. In what way does Heloise pretend in her first letter to Abelard?

5. Why does Abelard say that Heloise deserves praise?

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