Exploring the Life of Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz

How did Juana respond when an archbishop criticized her writing and intellect?

• She apologized and stopped writing

• She defended her right to use her intellect

• She left the church immediately

• She agreed to focus only on prayers

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What was the social status of Juana's maternal grandparents in Mexico?

• Middle class

• Aristocracy

• Working class
  

• Farming community

  
  

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What was the occasion where Juana Ramírez Inés de Asbaje faced theologians, jurists, and mathematicians?

• A royal ball

• A scientific exhibition

• A test of her knowledge

• A religious ceremony

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How did observers later describe the scene of Juana answering challenging questions?

• Like a royal gala

• Like a royal ship navigating through canoes

• Like a peaceful garden

• Like an academic conference

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In what way is Sister Juana Inés de la Cruz remembered today?

• Forgotten historical figure

• First female president of Mexico

• Influential feminist icon

• Famous Hollywood actress

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How did Sister Juana meet her end according to the transcript?

• Executed for her beliefs

• Died fighting for justice

• Contracted an illness while caring for others

• Vanished without a trace

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At what age did Juana gain attention from the royal court of Mexico?

• 10

• 16

• 20

• 30

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What was Sister Juana known for writing during her time in the convent?

• Political manifestos

• Poetry, dramas, and philosophical treatises

• History textbooks

• Scientific research papers

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What was the final act of defiance by Sister Juana Inés de la Cruz before her study privileges were removed?

• She wrote a letter to the Pope

• She sold her belongings

• She signed her vows with her blood

• She left the church

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What led to Juana becoming a nun and adopting the name Sister Juana Inés de la Cruz?

• Her interest in cooking

• Her desire to travel

• Her love for music

• Her pursuit for knowledge

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