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The Rule of St. Benedict and the Growth of Western Monasticism - Test
  • 1. Who is the author of The Rule of St. Benedict?
A) Francis of Assisi
B) Benedict of Nursia
C) Augustine of Hippo
D) Thomas Aquinas
  • 2. What is the primary focus of The Rule of St. Benedict?
A) Monastic life
B) Missionary work
C) Political governance
D) Theological debates
  • 3. What does 'ora et labora' mean?
A) Eat and sleep
B) Pray and work
C) Serve and teach
D) Study and write
  • 4. How did The Rule of St. Benedict influence other monastic orders?
A) Set a standard for communal living
B) Limited entry into religious life
C) Promoted active secular life
D) Encouraged solitude
  • 5. What is the significance of the term 'abilis' in The Rule?
A) Obedience
B) Generosity
C) Creativity
D) Integrity
  • 6. What is the role of the abbot in a Benedictine monastery?
A) Educator
B) Financial manager
C) Leader of the community
D) Missionary
  • 7. Which of the following virtues is emphasized in The Rule?
A) Humility
B) Avarice
C) Chastity
D) Pride
  • 8. The headquarters of the Benedictine order is traditionally located in:
A) Lyons
B) Monte Cassino
C) Cluny
D) St. Gall
  • 9. What role did monasteries play in medieval Europe?
A) Military strongholds
B) Commercial hubs
C) Political offices
D) Centers of learning and culture
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