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The Interior Castle by Teresa of Avila
Contributed by: Barry
  • 1. What is the primary focus of Teresa of Avila's 'The Interior Castle'?
A) Spiritual development
B) Historical analysis
C) Political theory
D) Scientific discovery
  • 2. How many 'mansions' are detailed in 'The Interior Castle'?
A) Five
B) Nine
C) Seven
D) Three
  • 3. Which religious order did Teresa of Avila belong to?
A) Carmelite
B) Jesuit
C) Dominican
D) Franciscan
  • 4. What role does self-knowledge play in Teresa's teachings?
A) Secondary to action
B) Only for advanced souls
C) Crucial for growth
D) Unimportant
  • 5. What does humility lead to, according to Teresa?
A) Power over others
B) Shame
C) True spiritual growth
D) Public recognition
  • 6. Which prayer form does Teresa emphasize throughout the work?
A) Contemplative prayer
B) Ritualistic prayer
C) Public prayer
D) Liturgical prayer
  • 7. In which century was 'The Interior Castle' written?
A) 18th century
B) 15th century
C) 16th century
D) 17th century
  • 8. What is essential for progressing through the mansions according to Teresa?
A) Prayer
B) Wealth
C) Fame
D) Education
  • 9. Who was a significant influence on Teresa's spirituality?
A) Thomas Aquinas
B) St. Benedict
C) St. Francis of Assisi
D) St. Augustine
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