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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How would you describe Abelard's method of arranging Letter 7?
(a) Haphazard.
(b) Chaotic.
(c) Orderly.
(d) A developmental crescendo.

2. What does Peter the Venerable wish for in his letter to Heloise?
(a) He wishes that all nuns were so beautiful.
(b) He wishes that his monastery possessed her.
(c) He wishes that she were a leader in government.
(d) He wishes that everyone followed her example.

3. For what is Heloise arguing in Letter 6?
(a) Contextual application of burdens.
(b) A case-by-case standard for burdens.
(c) Rules that respect gender differences.
(d) An absolute rule for burdens.

4. What does Heloise ask Abelard in Letter 6?
(a) To describe the reasons for her to go on being a nun.
(b) To forgive her.
(c) To tell her how the order of nuns began.
(d) To tell her how nuns should conduct themselves.

5. Why did the sender of Letter 9 think that the action Abelard took was appropriate?
(a) It fit his age and calling.
(b) It repaired the split with the letter's recipient.
(c) It demonstrated contrition.
(d) It showed deference.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Abelard say in Letter 7 about the virtue of women?

2. Who does Peter the Venerable cite to Heloise in his letter?

3. How does Abelard define poverty?

4. In Letter 8, what does Abelard say women tend to stray toward?

5. In Letter 6, what does Heloise ask Abelard to do for her?

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