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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

What is the most important step Augustine's students must take to avoid the trap he sees in interpretation? (from Book Three)

Students need to devote themselves to studying the subjects Augustine recommended in Book Two.

Students need to differentiate the love for God from the love for things common among the pagans.

Students need to submit themselves to the process of purging their selfish desires.

Students need to submit themselves to the scrutiny of a wise teacher who can dissuade them from becoming prideful.

2.

What is the personal challenge that Augustine puts before his students who aspire to deliver sermons? (from Book Four)

That they possess the courage to stand against conflict.

They must live a Christian life.

They need to find sufficient time for seclusion with God.

That they fully apply the lessons learned from the studies proscribed in "On Christian Doctrine."

3.

What are the primary possessions of the student of Scripture, according to Augustine in Book Two? (from Book Two)

Faith, hope, and love.

Special gifts, things, and signs.

Love, illuminated truth, and the inner eye.

Illuminated truth, the inner eye, and faith.

4.

What comes of loving oneself for reasons other than that which Augustine specified? (from Book One)

It will result in loss of special gifts.

It leads to destruction.

It will inhibit the ability to hear God's guiding.

It will prevent one from enjoying things of God.

5.

According to Augustine, to whom are commands from Scripture intended? (from Book Three)

Those who live in violation of God's moral standards.

Certain individuals or groups.

Those who can discern signs from things.

Those who reject God's call to action.

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