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