The Problem of Evil in Christian Theology

1. What is the Problem of Evil?

A) A theological doctrine that justifies suffering.
B) The philosophical debate about the existence of evil in relation to an all-powerful, all-good God.
C) The idea that evil can be completely eradicated.
D) The belief that evil is an illusion.

2. Which philosopher is known for his argument regarding the 'incompatibility of God and evil'?

A) Aquinas
B) Epicurus
C) Kant
D) Augustine

3. Which is a common response to the Problem of Evil?

A) Free will defense.
B) Dualism.
C) Divine determinism.
D) Moral relativism.

4. Which biblical story is often referenced in discussions of innocent suffering?

A) The parable of the Good Samaritan.
B) Creation in Genesis.
C) The Exodus.
D) The story of Job.

5. In which book did C.S. Lewis discuss the Problem of Evil?

A) The Chronicles of Narnia
B) The Screwtape Letters
C) Mere Christianity
D) The Problem of Pain

6. Which form of evil includes suffering caused by nature?

A) Natural evil
B) Moral evil
C) Social evil
D) Institutional evil

7. What does process theology say about God and evil?

A) God is not all-controlling and is impacted by the world.
B) Evil is merely a perception.
C) God is the sole cause of all events.
D) God is completely uninvolved in the world.

8. Who proposed the 'Irenaean theodicy', focusing on soul-making?

A) Martin Luther
B) Friedrich Nietzsche
C) John Hick
D) Rene Descartes

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