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