The Pilgrim’s Progress

The Pilgrim’s Progress

by

John Bunyan

The Pilgrim’s Progress: Part 2: From the Interpreter’s House to the Porter’s House Quiz 9 questions

Test your knowledge of Part 2: From the Interpreter’s House to the Porter’s House. Submit your answers to see your results and get feedback.
What does Christiana's inquiry about the doctrine of salvation suggest about women's roles, in Bunyan's view?
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Women should remain silent on theological matters
Women should focus only on practical aspects of the pilgrimage
Women are encouraged to understand and discuss theology
Women's understanding of theology is secondary to their roles as caregivers
Who is responsible for obtaining sinners’ pardon, according to Great-heart?
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The pilgrims themselves through their journey
The Keeper of the Gate, or Jesus Christ
The Interpreter
Other pilgrims who have gone before
What effect does the removal of the burden of sin have on a forgiven sinner, according to Great-heart?
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Relief from physical discomfort
Increased pride in their achievements
Joy and a deepened affection for their redeemer
Desire to return to their previous life
For which of the following reasons should Christiana and Mercy be grateful, according to Great-heart?
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For the grace that allows them to love and believe in Christ
Because they have safely reached their destination
Because they were chosen to go on pilgrimage
For the knowledge and teachings they have received
What does Bunyan suggest about the impact of religious doctrines on individuals?
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They are important for academic theological debate
They should profoundly affect one's heart and actions
They have little relevance compared to the importance of good behavior
They become relevant only at the end of one's pilgrimage
Why were Simple, Sloth, and Presumption punished?
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For their diligence and hard work
For helping pilgrims on their journey
For their unwavering faith in the Lord
For hindering others from pursuing pilgrimage
What are the by-ways near the Hill Difficulty meant to represent?
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Alternative, easier routes that are actually safe
The proper path that all pilgrims should follow
Misleading paths that lead people astray
Shortcuts that make the journey quicker
What lesson does Great-heart convey about pilgrims losing their belongings?
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It is a sign of their unworthiness
It is common for pilgrims to become careless and forgetful over the course of their journey
They are punished by having to return for them
It is a minor inconvenience without consequence
What fate befell Mistrust and Timorous for trying to dissuade pilgrims?
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They were rewarded with gold
They were burned through their tongues with an iron
They were turned into lions
They were forced to guide pilgrims safely