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Confessions by Augustine - Quiz
  • 1. What is the main theme of Augustine's 'Confessions'?
A) The nature of sin and redemption
B) Modern political theory
C) Mathematical concepts
D) The philosophy of language
  • 2. What profession did Augustine hold before becoming a bishop?
A) Physician
B) Teacher of rhetoric
C) Merchant
D) Sculptor
  • 3. What does Augustine struggle with throughout his early life?
A) Fear of death
B) Desire for pleasure
C) A need for power
D) Ambition for wealth
  • 4. What role does the concept of grace play in Augustine's theology?
A) It is secondary to works
B) It is only for the elite
C) It is unnecessary for faith
D) It is essential for salvation
  • 5. How does Augustine view time in his writings?
A) As infinite and unchanging
B) As a created entity
C) As a human construct
D) As dualistic in nature
  • 6. Which city did Augustine become bishop of?
A) Hippo
B) Rome
C) Constantinople
D) Carthage
  • 7. What literary style is primarily used in 'Confessions'?
A) Autobiography
B) Poetry
C) Historical narrative
D) Drama
  • 8. Which verse from the Bible does Augustine famously reference at his conversion?
A) Genesis 1:1
B) Romans 13:13-14
C) Psalm 23
D) John 3:16
  • 9. What philosophical concept does Augustine wrestle with concerning evil?
A) Utilitarianism
B) The problem of free will
C) Determinism
D) Idealism
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