A) To promote isolation from the outside world
B) To teach men how to serve God through a life of prayer and work
C) To accumulate wealth and power for the monastery
D) To establish a rigid and inflexible lifestyle

A) A type of monastic clothing
B) The Work of God, referring to the Divine Office (prayer)
C) A special feast day
D) Physical labor in the fields

A) It is meant to suppress individual thought.
B) It is only required for novices.
C) It is a form of blind submission.
D) It is a path to humility and spiritual growth.

A) A complex mathematical equation.
B) A type of chant used in the Divine Office.
C) A method of prayerful reading and meditation on scripture.
D) A legal document outlining monastic rules.

A) Eat and Sleep
B) Pray and Work
C) Read and Write
D) Teach and Learn

A) It is forbidden.
B) It is encouraged to foster individual responsibility.
C) It is allowed only for the abbot.
D) It depends on the individual monk's needs.

A) Monthly
B) Daily
C) Annually
D) Weekly

A) To manage the monastery's finances exclusively.
B) To dictate every aspect of the monks' lives.
C) To act as a judge in legal disputes.
D) To be a spiritual father and guide.

A) Guests are only allowed in certain areas.
B) Guests are to be received as Christ.
C) Hospitality is reserved for wealthy patrons.
D) Hospitality is a burden to be minimized.

A) A designated quiet place for prayer and reflection.
B) A social gathering area.
C) The monastery's storage room.
D) A monk's individual living quarters.

A) The authority of the abbot.
B) Strict dietary regulations.
C) Stability of place; commitment to one's community.
D) A vow of silence.

A) By joining a monastic order.
B) By following God's will, as revealed in Scripture and discerned through prayer.
C) By completely suppressing their own desires.
D) By blindly obeying any authority figure.

A) To demonstrate physical strength.
B) To compete with secular businesses.
C) To punish monks for disobedience.
D) To provide for the community and avoid idleness.

A) That it's only necessary during prayer.
B) That it is a form of self-punishment.
C) That it is important for listening to God and avoiding frivolous talk.
D) That it should be absolute and constant.

A) Only reading Scripture on Sundays.
B) Memorizing long passages of Scripture without understanding.
C) Setting aside a regular time each day for prayerful reading of Scripture.
D) Reading the entire Bible in one sitting.

A) A life of complete solitude.
B) Living together in community, sharing resources and responsibilities.
C) A life dedicated solely to intellectual pursuits.
D) A life of luxury and privilege.

A) Love of God
B) Fear of punishment
C) Desire for recognition
D) Personal ambition

A) With special care and compassion.
B) By expecting them to continue working as before.
C) By isolating them from the rest of the community.
D) By assuming they are a burden.

A) Suppression of all personal desires.
B) Physical punishment for wrongdoing.
C) Self-control and adherence to the community's way of life.
D) Blind obedience to authority.

A) By constantly belittling oneself.
B) By avoiding all forms of leadership.
C) By acknowledging one's limitations and serving others.
D) By hiding one's talents and abilities.

A) A collection of monastic rules and regulations.
B) A single, lengthy prayer recited once a week.
C) A cycle of prayers said at specific times throughout the day.
D) A type of manual labor performed by monks.

A) To escape from worldly responsibilities.
B) To gain prestige and social standing.
C) To demonstrate their intellectual superiority.
D) To dedicate their lives to God and the monastic community.

A) A storage area for food supplies.
B) A place for social gatherings and entertainment.
C) A communal dining hall where meals are eaten in silence while listening to readings.
D) A kitchen where meals are prepared.

A) By listening to the counsel of others and seeking God's guidance in prayer.
B) By relying solely on one's own judgment.
C) By ignoring the opinions of others.
D) By making decisions impulsively and without reflection.

A) Adopting a new set of religious beliefs.
B) A change in occupation or social status.
C) A continuous striving to live a more virtuous life.
D) A one-time event that guarantees salvation.

A) By moving into a monastery.
B) By refusing to share their resources.
C) By participating actively in their local church community.
D) By isolating themselves from others.

A) Rejecting all forms of material possessions.
B) Strictly limiting all forms of enjoyment.
C) Indulging in every desire.
D) Avoiding extremes in all things.

A) By approaching their work with diligence and a sense of purpose.
B) By neglecting their family responsibilities.
C) By focusing solely on financial gain.
D) By avoiding all forms of manual labor.

A) It is a mere formality.
B) It is the foundation of monastic life.
C) It is a way to escape from reality.
D) It is only necessary during times of crisis.

A) Inflicting physical pain upon oneself as punishment.
B) Depriving oneself of essential needs.
C) Constantly dwelling on one's shortcomings.
D) Practicing self-denial to grow in virtue and detachment from worldly things.