The Pilgrim's Progress - Symbols and Themes Quiz

What does Evangelist advise Christian to do at the start of The Pilgrim's Progress?

Question Answer Choices Stay and confront his fears Flee and head toward the wicket gate Seek help from other pilgrims Return home and wait for a sign

Who is the main character in The Pilgrim's Progress?

Question Answer Choices Christian Faithful Charity Discretion

What obstacle does Christian encounter when traveling with Pliable in "The Pilgrim's Progress"?

Question Answer Choices The Hill of Difficulty The Valley of Humiliation The Slough of Despond The River of Death

What is the main purpose of The Pilgrim's Progress?

Question Answer Choices To criticize the material temptations of the world. To entertain readers with a fictional adventure. To instruct and give a perfect example of Puritan life. To provide a historical account of Puritan society.

What does Palace Beautiful symbolize in The Pilgrim's Progress?

Question Answer Choices The church and the spirit of Christian fellowship The temptations and sins of the world The trials and tribulations of a Christian life The ultimate destination of heaven

Who tries to convince Christian to seek deliverance from his burden through the law?

Question Answer Choices Mr. Worldly Wiseman Evangelist Help Mr. Legality

What style is The Pilgrim's Progress written in?

Question Answer Choices Romantic style Modernist style Epic style Plain style

What must Christian rid himself of before he can enter heaven in The Pilgrim's Progress?

Question Answer Choices His fear His wealth His sin (burden) His pride

What symbolic role does Evangelist play in The Pilgrim's Progress?

Question Answer Choices A passive observer A guardian angel or helpful guide A malevolent force A fellow pilgrim

What is the main goal of the Pilgrim in The Pilgrim's Progress?

Question Answer Choices To defeat Apollyon To gather riches and wealth To reach the Celestial City (Heaven) To find his lost family