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    What do the rags and the burden of Christian represent?

    • His righteousness and his sins.
    • His neighbours and his family.
    • His possessions and his house.
    • His strengths and his weaknesses.
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  • 2. 

    Who is the main character of the story?

    • Evangelist

    • Faithful

    • Christian

    • Hopeful

    Correct Answer
    A. Christian
    Explanation
    The main character of the story is Christian because he is the one who embarks on a journey to the Celestial City, facing various trials and challenges along the way. He represents the everyman and serves as an allegorical figure for the Christian faith.

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  • 3. 

    After escaping, the pilgrims finally get back to the Stile. What do they do?

    • They set it on fire.

    • They erect a pillar and engrave a warning on it.

    • They put two lions, one on each side of the stile, to guard the way.

    • They dig a ditch and put various snares, traps and nets all around it.

    Correct Answer
    A. They erect a pillar and engrave a warning on it.
    Explanation
    After escaping, the pilgrims choose to erect a pillar and engrave a warning on it. This action suggests that they want to mark the Stile as a dangerous or forbidden area, possibly to prevent others from falling into the same trap or to protect themselves from future harm. By erecting a pillar and engraving a warning, they are taking a proactive step to ensure the safety of themselves and others who may come across the Stile.

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  • 4. 

    John Bunyan began writing “The Pilgrim's Progress” when he was

    • Studying in a monastery.

    • Lying in prison.

    • Serving as a soilder in the Parliamentary army.

    • Living in a cave as a hermit.

    Correct Answer
    A. Lying in prison.
    Explanation
    John Bunyan began writing "The Pilgrim's Progress" when he was lying in prison. This is because Bunyan was imprisoned for his religious beliefs and during his time in jail, he wrote this allegorical novel. "The Pilgrim's Progress" is a Christian allegory that follows the journey of the protagonist, Christian, as he travels from the City of Destruction to the Celestial City. Bunyan's experience of imprisonment provided him with the time and inspiration to write this influential work, which has since become one of the most famous and widely read books in English literature.

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  • 5. 

    Who of the following joins Christian on his pilgrimage, and then turns back at the first obstacle?

    • Turn-back.

    • Obstinate.

    • Pliable.

    • Mr. Worldly Wiseman.

    Correct Answer
    A. Pliable.
    Explanation
    Pliable is the correct answer because he is the one who joins Christian on his pilgrimage but turns back at the first obstacle. This suggests that Pliable lacks the determination and commitment to continue the journey, unlike Christian who remains steadfast in his faith. The other options, Turn-back, Obstinate, and Mr. Worldly Wiseman, do not fit the description given in the question.

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  • 6. 

    Why did Good-Will, the Porter, pull Christian in through the gate?

    • To save him from the arrows shot by demons.

    • He was in a hurry to show him the marvelous things in the house.

    • He was angry because Christian arrived late at night.

    • Christian was weak and had no strength left to enter by himself.

    Correct Answer
    A. To save him from the arrows shot by demons.
    Explanation
    Good-Will, the Porter, pulled Christian in through the gate to save him from the arrows shot by demons. This suggests that there were dangers and obstacles outside the gate that Christian needed to be protected from. By pulling him in, Good-Will ensured Christian's safety and prevented him from being harmed by the demons' attacks.

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  • 7. 

    What was his proper name as a citizen of the City of Destruction?

    • Ignorance.

    • Graceless.

    • Despair.

    • Sinner.

    Correct Answer
    A. Graceless.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Graceless. In John Bunyan's allegorical novel "The Pilgrim's Progress," the protagonist, Christian, is a citizen of the City of Destruction. However, before he embarks on his journey towards salvation, he is referred to as Graceless. This name signifies his state of being without God's grace and highlights his need for redemption. As he progresses in his journey, Christian seeks to find grace and ultimately changes his identity from Graceless to Christian.

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  • 8. 

    What motivates him to leave his wife and children?

    • He wanted to set out on an adventure and see the world.

    • He was fed up with them and did not love them anymore.

    • He received a call to become a missionary and a preacher.

    • He had a burden on his back that he wanted to get rid of.

    Correct Answer
    A. He had a burden on his back that he wanted to get rid of.
    Explanation
    The correct answer suggests that the person in question had a burden on his back that he wanted to get rid of. This implies that there was some sort of emotional or psychological weight that he felt compelled to leave behind, which motivated him to leave his wife and children. The exact nature of this burden is not specified, but it suggests that it was significant enough to drive him to make such a drastic decision.

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  • 9. 

    When they tell him their purpose for coming after him, Christian tells them that they are wasting their time because he will not go back with them. What reason does he give them for not returning with them?

    • Because whoever stays in the City of Destruction will die there.

    • Because his family and neighbours have rejected him and do not want him anymore.

    • Because he does not know the way back.

    • Because people will ridicule him for turning back and not finishing the journey. Because people will ridicule him for turning back and not finishing the journey.

    Correct Answer
    A. Because whoever stays in the City of Destruction will die there.
    Explanation
    Christian gives the reason that whoever stays in the City of Destruction will die there. This implies that he believes the City of Destruction is a place of danger and destruction, and he does not want to remain there. He likely sees his journey as a means of escape from this destructive environment and believes that staying in the city will ultimately lead to his demise.

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  • 10. 

    What was the name of the chamber in which Christian spent the night during his stay at the Palace-Beautiful?

    • Peace.

    • Ease.

    • Caution.

    • Clear.

    Correct Answer
    A. Peace.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Peace. During Christian's stay at the Palace-Beautiful, he spent the night in a chamber called Peace. This chamber provided him with a sense of tranquility and calmness, allowing him to rest and rejuvenate before continuing his journey.

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  • 11. 

    Who follows Christian intending to convince him to return home?

    • Formalist and Hypocrisy.

    • Obstinate and Pliable.

    • Talkative and Ignorance.

    • The Flatterer and Atheist.

    Correct Answer
    A. Obstinate and Pliable.
    Explanation
    Obstinate and Pliable are the ones who follow Christian intending to convince him to return home. Obstinate represents stubbornness and refuses to listen to reason, while Pliable is more flexible and easily influenced. Their presence in the story highlights the challenges and temptations that Christian faces on his journey, as they try to persuade him to abandon his quest and go back to his old ways.

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  • 12. 

    Demas called the pilgrims to go and see the Silver Mine. Which of the two statements is true?

    • Christian said, ‘let us go and see.’ Hopeful replied, ‘No, not I.”

    • Hopeful said, ‘let us go and see.’ Christian replied, ‘No, not I.”

    Correct Answer
    A. Hopeful said, ‘let us go and see.’ Christian replied, ‘No, not I.”
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Hopeful said, ‘let us go and see.’ Christian replied, ‘No, not I.’" This is the true statement because it accurately reflects the dialogue between Hopeful and Christian. Demas called the pilgrims to go and see the Silver Mine, and Hopeful expressed interest in going while Christian declined.

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  • 13. 

    Sometime later, just before dawn, Christian hears something else, this time consoling. What is it?

    • The singing of the birds.

    • The melodious sound of trumpets.

    • The voice of a man, as going before him.

    • The shouts of the Shining Ones bidding him to press onwards.

    Correct Answer
    A. The voice of a man, as going before him.
    Explanation
    Christian hears a consoling voice of a man, as going before him. This suggests that someone is guiding or leading Christian on his journey. The voice provides comfort and reassurance, indicating that Christian is not alone and that there is someone ahead of him, possibly showing him the way or offering guidance. This further emphasizes the spiritual and allegorical nature of the story, as Christian's journey represents his quest for salvation and the voice of the man symbolizes divine guidance and support.

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  • 14. 

    Little-Faith was attacked by three villains. Who of these WAS NOT one of them?

    • Guilt.

    • Mistrust.

    • Faint-Heart.

    • Apostate.

    Correct Answer
    A. Apostate.
    Explanation
    The question asks which of the given options was not one of the villains that attacked Little-Faith. The options provided are Guilt, Mistrust, Faint-Heart, and Apostate. The correct answer is Apostate because it was not one of the villains that attacked Little-Faith.

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  • 15. 

    Which pilgrim almost drowned as he crossed the River of Death?

    • Hopeful.

    • Faithful.

    • Christian.

    • Little-Faith

    Correct Answer
    A. Christian.
    Explanation
    In John Bunyan's allegorical novel "The Pilgrim's Progress," the protagonist Christian is the one who almost drowned as he crossed the River of Death. This event symbolizes the struggles and challenges that Christian faces on his spiritual journey towards salvation. It represents the fear and doubt that he experiences as he confronts the final obstacle before reaching the Celestial City. Christian's near-drowning serves as a pivotal moment in the story, highlighting the importance of faith and perseverance in overcoming adversity.

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  • 16. 

    What does Obstinate value more than escaping the damnation of Hell?

    • His work and money.

    • Worldly pleasures.

    • His reputation.

    • Friends and comforts.

    Correct Answer
    A. Friends and comforts.
    Explanation
    Obstinate values friends and comforts more than escaping the damnation of Hell. This suggests that he prioritizes his relationships and material comforts over his eternal salvation. He is more concerned with maintaining his social connections and enjoying worldly pleasures than seeking spiritual redemption.

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  • 17. 

    Mr. Worldly-Wiseman’s advice to Christian helped him to get rid of his burden. True or False?

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    Mr. Worldly-Wiseman's advice did not help Christian get rid of his burden. In fact, it led him astray and caused him to lose his way. Christian was only able to find relief from his burden when he encountered Evangelist, who directed him towards the Wicket Gate. Therefore, the statement that Mr. Worldly-Wiseman's advice helped Christian get rid of his burden is false.

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  • 18. 

    In what did Christian differ from these two men?

    • He was clothed in armor from head to foot, they were wearing only rags.

    • He was a young man, they were very old.

    • He walked by the rule of his Master, they walked by the rude working of their fancies.

    • They were all in the King’s Highway and so there was no difference between them.

    Correct Answer
    A. He walked by the rule of his Master, they walked by the rude working of their fancies.
    Explanation
    Christian differed from the other two men in that he walked by the rule of his Master, while they walked by the rude working of their fancies. This means that Christian followed the guidance and teachings of his Master, while the other two men relied on their own whims and desires to guide their actions.

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  • 19. 

    Why did the pilgrims enter the town of Vanity and go through the Fair?

    • The road to the Celestial City passed right through the town.

    • Out of curiosity. They wanted to see what was in the town and fair.

    • They had a mission to preach to the people of the town.

    • They had left the King’s Highway and chose an easier path which then led them there.

    Correct Answer
    A. The road to the Celestial City passed right through the town.
    Explanation
    The pilgrims entered the town of Vanity and went through the Fair because the road to the Celestial City passed right through the town.

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  • 20. 

    What enables the pilgrims to escape from Doubting Castle?

    • Hopeful kills Giant Despair.

    • They are rescued by Evangelist.

    • Christian uses his sword All-Prayer to break away the chains.

    • Christian remembers he has a key by the name of Promise and uses it.

    Correct Answer
    A. Christian remembers he has a key by the name of Promise and uses it.
  • 21. 

    What is the snare of the Silver Mine?

    • It is filled with many snares and pits into which pilgrims easily fall.

    • It is the dwelling place of various fiends who continuously shoot their arrows at the pilgrims.

    • It’s air naturally tended to make one drowsy, and if one sleeps, he will never awake again.

    • It holds a treasure that hinders in their pilgrimage those pilgrims who seek it out.

    Correct Answer
    A. It holds a treasure that hinders in their pilgrimage those pilgrims who seek it out.
    Explanation
    The correct answer suggests that the snare of the Silver Mine holds a treasure that hinders the progress of pilgrims who are searching for it. This implies that the allure of the treasure distracts and diverts the pilgrims from their intended path, preventing them from completing their pilgrimage.

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  • 22. 

    What was Little-Faith doing when he was attacked by the three villains?

    • He was on his knees praying.

    • He had just woken from his sleep and preparing to continue his journey.

    • He was walking in the fields reading from his book.

    • He had lost his way and was sitting down beneath a tree bewailing his misfortune.

    Correct Answer
    A. He had just woken from his sleep and preparing to continue his journey.
    Explanation
    Little-Faith was attacked by the three villains when he had just woken from his sleep and was preparing to continue his journey.

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  • 23. 

    The pilgrims now meet Atheist. What reason did he give them for his turning back?

    • There was no such place as the Celestial-City since he did not find it.

    • The perils that were ahead were terrible and too much for him to bear.

    • He found that the road to the Celestial City was blocked by an army of armed men.

    • There was no way across the River of Death.

    Correct Answer
    A. There was no such place as the Celestial-City since he did not find it.
    Explanation
    The reason given by the Atheist for turning back is that he did not find the Celestial-City. This suggests that he does not believe in the existence of the Celestial-City and therefore sees no point in continuing the journey.

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  • 24. 

    What is the name of the ferry-man that with his boat helped Ignorance to cross the River of Death?

    • Deceptive-Hope.

    • Mad-Hope.

    • Vain-Hope.

    • Strong-Hope

    Correct Answer
    A. Vain-Hope.
    Explanation
    Vain-Hope is the correct answer because in John Bunyan's allegorical novel "The Pilgrim's Progress," Vain-Hope is the name of the ferry-man who helps Ignorance cross the River of Death. This character represents false hope or misplaced confidence, as Ignorance believes he will reach the Celestial City without true faith or understanding. Vain-Hope ultimately leads Ignorance to his demise, highlighting the dangers of relying on empty promises and illusions.

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  • 25. 

    Before meeting with Christian, Faithful met with all of the following individuals EXCEPT ONE. Who was it?

    • Adam the First.

    • Shame.

    • Madam Wanton.

    • Discontent.

    • Apollyon.

    Correct Answer
    A. Apollyon.
    Explanation
    Faithful met with all of the individuals listed except Apollyon. The question asks for the individual that Faithful did not meet before meeting with Christian. Since Apollyon is the last name listed, it can be inferred that Faithful met with all the others before meeting with Christian. Therefore, the correct answer is Apollyon.

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  • 26. 

    What was Talkative’s main problem?

    • He loves the world more than he loves holiness.

    • His faith was real but it was still very weak.

    • He talks about religion without practicing it.

    • He owned religion when it was wearing silver slippers and not when it was clothed in rags. And stood by it when it was applauded and not when it was in irons.

    Correct Answer
    A. He talks about religion without practicing it.
    Explanation
    Talkative's main problem is that he talks about religion without actually practicing it. This means that he may have knowledge or opinions about religious matters, but he does not actively live out the principles and values of his faith. He may appear religious or spiritual on the surface, but his actions do not align with his words. This implies a lack of sincerity and genuine commitment to his beliefs, making his faith superficial and insincere.

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  • 27. 

    Which of these is the explanation of Christian’s release from the prison of Vanity Fair?

    • He used a key named promise to escape.

    • A host of angels, on a chariot, were sent to deliver him.

    • Evangelist returns and helps him again.

    • God, who overrules all things, brought it about.

    Correct Answer
    A. God, who overrules all things, brought it about.
  • 28. 

    After the death of Faithful, Christian is joined by  another pilgrim called Hopeful. What made him join Christian?

    • He was sent by the people of Vanity Fair to capture Christian and bring him back.

    • He was impressed by the words and behaviour of Christian and Faithful in their suffering.

    • He too had a burden and wanted to be rid of it.

    • The pilgrims had spoken to him before they were tried and convinced him to join them.

    Correct Answer
    A. He was impressed by the words and behaviour of Christian and Faithful in their suffering.
    Explanation
    Hopeful joined Christian because he was impressed by the words and behavior of Christian and Faithful in their suffering. This suggests that Christian and Faithful's actions and attitudes during their hardships had a profound impact on Hopeful, leading him to want to join them on their pilgrimage.

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  • 29. 

    What was written on the parchment roll that Evangelist gave to Christian?

    • If anyone comes after me, he must hate his father and mother, wife and children, brothers and sisters, yes, even his own life. (Luke.14:6)

    • Flee from the wrath to come. (Matthew 3:7)

    • Deny yourself, take up your cross and follow me. (Matthew 16:24)

    • Do not love this world or anything it offers you. ( 1 John 2:15)

    Correct Answer
    A. Flee from the wrath to come. (Matthew 3:7)
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Flee from the wrath to come" because in the given passage, Evangelist gives Christian a parchment roll with this message. This message is from Matthew 3:7 in the Bible.

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  • 30. 

    As the pilgrims entered the fair, all the people of the fair made a racket for the reasons listed below EXCEPT for one. Which is it?

    • The pilgrims were clothed differently than the people of the fair.

    • The people at the fair could not understand the pilgrims’ speech.

    • The people of the fair had a burden on their backs while the pilgrims had none.

    • The pilgrims were not interested in the goods that were being sold at the fair.

    Correct Answer
    A. The people of the fair had a burden on their backs while the pilgrims had none.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is that the people of the fair had a burden on their backs while the pilgrims had none. This is the exception because all the other options provide reasons for why the people of the fair made a racket when the pilgrims entered. The fact that the people of the fair had a burden on their backs does not explain why they made a racket.

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  • 31. 

    Diffidence, his wife, suggests to Giant Despair that rather than kill his captives outright, he should

    • Tie them to a tree and let birds pluck their flesh.

    • Throw them to the lions.

    • Coax them to do away with themselves.

    • Leave them in the dungeon of Doubting Castle forever.

    Correct Answer
    A. Coax them to do away with themselves.
  • 32. 

    When the pilgrims were about to depart, which of the following IS NOT true?

    • One of the Shepherds bid them take heed that they slept not upon the Enchanted Ground.

    • One of the Shepherds bid them to beware of the Flatterer.

    • One of the shepherds gave them a note of the way.

    • One of the Shepherds set a mark on their foreheads.

    • One of the Shepherds bid them God-speed.

    Correct Answer
    A. One of the Shepherds set a mark on their foreheads.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "One of the Shepherds set a mark on their foreheads." This means that it is not true that one of the shepherds set a mark on their foreheads when the pilgrims were about to depart. The other statements in the options are true, such as one of the shepherds warning them not to sleep on the Enchanted Ground, to beware of the Flatterer, giving them a note of the way, and bidding them God-speed.

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  • 33. 

    When does the burden fall from Christian’s back?

    • The moment he decides to leave the City of Destruction.

    • As he passes near Mount Sinai.

    • When he beholds the cross.

    • Immediately after he enters the gates of the Celestial City.

    Correct Answer
    A. When he beholds the cross.
    Explanation
    The burden falls from Christian's back when he beholds the cross. This suggests that the burden represents his guilt and sin, and by looking at the cross, he is able to find forgiveness and redemption. The cross symbolizes Jesus' sacrifice and the salvation that is offered to all believers. Therefore, it is at this moment of recognizing and accepting the significance of the cross that Christian is able to let go of his burden and find peace.

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  • 34. 

    What was the name of the hill that Christian had to climb before arriving at the Palace Beautiful?

    • Difficulty.

    • Destruction.

    • Danger.

    • Desolation.

    Correct Answer
    A. Difficulty.
    Explanation
    Christian had to climb the hill of Difficulty before arriving at the Palace Beautiful. This suggests that the journey to the palace was not easy and required effort and perseverance. The name "Difficulty" implies that there were challenges and obstacles along the way that Christian had to overcome in order to reach his destination.

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  • 35. 

    What was the reason Timorous and Mistrust were returning back?

    • They had discovered that the Celestial City did not exist.

    • The further they went, the more danger they met with.

    • Apollyon had convinced them to return back.

    • They had no map and so had lost their way.

    Correct Answer
    A. The further they went, the more danger they met with.
    Explanation
    Timorous and Mistrust were returning back because the further they went, the more danger they met with. This implies that they encountered increasing risks and obstacles as they continued their journey, leading them to decide to turn back for their own safety.

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  • 36. 

    As Christian travels in the Valley of the Shadow of Death, who comes to meet him?

    • A company of fiends.

    • Talkative.

    • The Flatterer.

    • An innumerable company of angels.

    Correct Answer
    A. A company of fiends.
    Explanation
    In John Bunyan's "The Pilgrim's Progress," as Christian travels through the Valley of the Shadow of Death, he encounters a company of fiends. This refers to a group of demonic beings who try to hinder and tempt Christian on his spiritual journey. They represent the challenges and obstacles that believers may face in their faith.

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  • 37. 

    What three witnesses were brought forward to testify against Faithful during his trial?

    • Beelzebub, Apollyon, and Legion.

    • Flatterer, Atheist, and Diffidence.

    • Money-Love, Save-All and Hold-the-World.

    • Envy, Superstition, and Pickthank.

    Correct Answer
    A. Envy, Superstition, and Pickthank.
    Explanation
    During Faithful's trial, Envy, Superstition, and Pickthank were brought forward as witnesses to testify against him. These three characters represent negative qualities and attitudes that are often found in society. Envy symbolizes jealousy and resentment, Superstition represents irrational beliefs and fears, and Pickthank embodies deceit and betrayal. Their testimonies against Faithful likely aimed to discredit him and paint him in a negative light, in order to secure his conviction.

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  • 38. 

    What was the name of the first person that Christian and Hopeful encounter, and what was wrong with him?

    • Ignorance - He was not willing to learn anything from anyone.

    • Little-Faith – he was controlled by doubts and fears.

    • By-Ends – he was religious only when it was convenient.

    • Demas – he loved the riches of the world more than he loved God.

    Correct Answer
    A. By-Ends – he was religious only when it was convenient.
  • 39. 

    Why were the pilgrims able to ascend the hill that led to the Clelstial City with such ease? 

    • They were now as light as air and so could fly like the angels.

    • They had left their mortal garments behind them.

    • They were put on a chariot and taken on it.

    • A company of Heavenly Host carried them.

    Correct Answer
    A. They had left their mortal garments behind them.
    Explanation
    The pilgrims were able to ascend the hill that led to the Celestial City with such ease because they had left their mortal garments behind them. This means that they had shed their earthly bodies and were now free from the limitations and burdens of their physical existence. Without the weight of their mortal bodies, they were able to move effortlessly and ascend the hill without any difficulty.

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  • 40. 

    Just beyond the plain, the pilgrims encounter a strange object. What is it and to what purpose was it put there?

    • A soft couch meant to provide rest for the weary.

    • A pillar of salt intended to be a sign and an example.

    • David’s sling and stone put there to encourage those of little-faith.

    • A large net intended to catch any who ventured close by.

    Correct Answer
    A. A pillar of salt intended to be a sign and an example.
  • 41. 

    Continuing on their journey, the pilgrims come to a Stile leading to By-Path Meadow. What happens there?

    • They fall into a ditch and are maimed for life.

    • They are caught in the net of the Flatterer.

    • They leave the way and are lost.

    • They find themselves surrounded by fiends and devils.

    Correct Answer
    A. They leave the way and are lost.
    Explanation
    In this scenario, the pilgrims encounter a Stile leading to By-Path Meadow. Instead of staying on the right path, they decide to leave the way and venture into the meadow. As a result, they become lost and deviate from their intended journey.

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  • 42. 

    One of the pilgrims was unsure about leaving the way, but the other convinced him. Which of the two statements is true?

    • Hopeful said, ‘what if this path leads us out of the way?” Christian answered, “That is not likely.”

    • Christian said, “what if this path leads us out of the way?” Hopeful answered, “That is not likely.”

    Correct Answer
    A. Hopeful said, ‘what if this path leads us out of the way?” Christian answered, “That is not likely.”
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Hopeful said, ‘what if this path leads us out of the way?” Christian answered, “That is not likely.” This statement is true because it accurately reflects the conversation between Hopeful and Christian. Hopeful expresses concern about the path leading them astray, and Christian dismisses this concern by stating that it is unlikely.

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  • 43. 

    Prudence, Piety and Charity are

    • Demons in disguise.

    • Welcoming Virgins.

    • Three of the thirty virtues that Christian is seeking to obtain.

    • The names of the three Shining Ones.

    Correct Answer
    A. Welcoming Virgins.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Welcoming Virgins." This means that Prudence, Piety, and Charity are known for their ability to welcome and support young women who have chosen to remain chaste.

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  • 44. 

    How do Christian and Hopeful end up parting with By-Ends and his companions?

    • By-Ends and his companions slowed their pace and staggered behind.

    • Christian and Hopeful quickened their pace and started running.

    • By-Ends and his companions stopped to rest at the arbour.

    • The pilgrims took a different road that that which By-Ends and his companions took.

    Correct Answer
    A. By-Ends and his companions slowed their pace and staggered behind.
    Explanation
    By-Ends and his companions slowed their pace and staggered behind. This suggests that Christian and Hopeful were able to outpace them and leave them behind.

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  • 45. 

    For what reason did the pilgrims chose to leave the narrow way and walk in another path?

    • Because they had left the map of the road beside at the river.

    • Because they wished for a better road which was not as hard as the way they were in.

    • Because the Flatterer deceived them.

    • Because they were faced with a high mountain which they could not climb.

    Correct Answer
    A. Because they wished for a better road which was not as hard as the way they were in.
    Explanation
    The pilgrims chose to leave the narrow way and walk in another path because they wished for a better road that was not as difficult as the one they were currently on.

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  • 46. 

    Which of these WAS NOT one of the three mountains on which the Shepherds took the pilgrims?

    • Error.

    • Danger.

    • Caution.

    • Clear.

    Correct Answer
    A. Danger.
    Explanation
    The question is asking which mountain was not one of the three mountains on which the Shepherds took the pilgrims. The given options - Error, Danger, Caution, and Clear - are all unrelated to mountains. Therefore, the correct answer is Danger, as it was not mentioned as one of the mountains.

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  • 47. 

    What happens to Ignorance when he reaches the gates of the Celestial City?

    • He is seized and tossed through a door into Hell.

    • He is given a crown and ushered to a throne.

    • He is escorted along a secret passage back to the City of Destruction.

    • He is chained and put in an iron cage.

    Correct Answer
    A. He is seized and tossed through a door into Hell.
    Explanation
    When Ignorance reaches the gates of the Celestial City, he is seized and tossed through a door into Hell. This implies that Ignorance is not allowed entry into the Celestial City and instead faces punishment in Hell.

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  • 48. 

    When the pilgrims hear of such robberies as the one of Little-Faith what should they do?

    • They should avoid the company of other ‘Little-Faiths’.

    • They should thank God and boast about their strong faith.

    • They should be sure to go out harnessed and ask for the King to accompany them.

    • They should have faith and not worry since nothing of that sort will ever happen to them.

    Correct Answer
    A. They should be sure to go out harnessed and ask for the King to accompany them.
  • 49. 

    What happened to Christian and Hopeful the moment they entered the gate?

    • Nothing special happened and they remained as they were before.

    • They entered into an eternal and peaceful sleep.

    • They were ushered into a pool and were cleansed from all their filth.

    • They were transfigured and had raiment put on that shone like gold.

    Correct Answer
    A. They were transfigured and had raiment put on that shone like gold.
    Explanation
    Christian and Hopeful were transfigured and had raiment put on that shone like gold the moment they entered the gate.

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