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