Questions and Answers
What is the theme of Pilgrim's Progress?
grace
What was on Christian's back at the beginning of the story?
a burden
Where did Christian live?
the City of Destruction
What did Christian do while he walked?
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Who pointed the way for Christian?
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Which one of Christian's friends walked part of the way with him?
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What did Christian and Pliable fall into?
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Who helped Christian get out of the Slough of Despond?
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Where did Help point Christian to?
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Who is Christian's wife?
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How did Christian's neighbors and family members respond when he told them that their city was coming to destruction and that they should flee to the Celestial City?
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Why did Christian begin sinking in the Slough of Despond?
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How did Pliable respond to their situation in the Slough of Despond?
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How did Help get Christian out of the Slough of Despond?
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To whom did Mr.Worldly-Wiseman send Christian?
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On his way to meet Mr.Legality, what does the enormous hill represent?
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Why would this particular hill be hanging over the Village of Legality?
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What does Mr.Worldly-Wiseman represent?
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Why is Christian's visit to the House of the Interpreter so important?
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Who appear to Christian as he is crying with joy that his burden is finally removed?
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What three things do the Three Shining Ones do or give to Christian?
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Which two characters do Christian meet taking a 'shortcut' over the wall?
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What is wrong with the way that Formalist and Hypocrisy are trying to get to the Celestial City?
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What choice does Christian make at the Mountain of Difficulty?
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When Christian arrives at the Palace Beautiful, what are the names of the four sisters that he meets?
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What do you think the Palace Beautiful symbolizes?
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What animals did Christian encounter at the Palace Beautiful?
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Who encouraged Christian to walk through the center of the lions?
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What is given to Christian at the beginning of Chapter 4?
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What character does Christian meet in the Valley of Humiliation and what are his characteristics?
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What does Apollyon symbolize?
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What territory belongs to Apollyon?
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How did Apollyon try to scare Christian?
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Who does Apollyon hate?
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How did Christian finally drive Apollyon away?
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After his battle with Apollyon, what tree did Christian use the leaves of to heal his wounds?
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Why does Christian believe that God allows him to suffer?
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What other valley did Christian have to travel through after the Valley of Humiliation?
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As Christian went through the Valley of the Shadow of Death, what did he say?
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Study Notes
Themes and Characters
- Grace is the central theme of "Pilgrim's Progress," emphasizing divine favor and redemption.
- Christian embodies the human struggle with sin, represented by the burden on his back.
- Lives in the City of Destruction, symbolizing the sinful world.
Christian's Journey
- Starts his journey seeking relief from his burden after reading the Bible.
- Guided by Evangelist towards the Celestial City.
- Pliable, a companion on the journey, demonstrates the challenges of commitment.
Trials and Allies
- Enters the Slough of Despond with Pliable; represents spiritual despair.
- Help, a character, assists Christian out of the Slough and directs him to the Shining Gate.
- Encounters Mr. Worldly-Wiseman, who misleads him towards Mr. Legality.
Symbolism and Challenges
- The enormous hill signifies the burden of law and the reminder of human incapacity to save oneself.
- Faces the House of the Interpreter, gaining wisdom to combat spiritual opposition.
- The Three Shining Ones appear after Christian's burden is lifted, signifying spiritual renewal.
Encounters with Others
- Meets Formalist and Hypocrisy, who attempt to take shortcuts, representing false beliefs and dangers.
- Climbs the Mountain of Difficulty despite others giving up, showcasing perseverance.
- Visits the Palace Beautiful, made strong by virtues represented by the four sisters: Discretion, Prudence, Charity, and Piety.
Battles and Spiritual Growth
- Encounters lions but is encouraged to pass through, symbolizing faith over fear.
- Gains armor early in Chapter 4, crucial for battles ahead.
- Confronts Apollyon in the Valley of Humiliation, representing a significant spiritual battle.
Apollyon as Adversary
- Apollyon, resembling Satan, seeks to intimidate and discourage Christian.
- Uses fiery spears and intimidation tactics but is ultimately defeated by Christian's faith and use of the sword.
- Represents the struggle between good and evil, highlighting the pilgrim's journey.
Healing and Understanding
- Post-battle, Christian uses the Tree of Life’s leaves for healing, symbolizing spiritual restoration.
- Believes suffering is permitted by God to demonstrate strength and love.
- Continues through the Valley of the Shadow of Death, strengthening resolve with the affirmation of divine support.
Final Affirmations
- Proclaims reliance on divine strength as he traverses trials, representing steadfast faith amidst challenges.
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