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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Two, Chapters XVIII - XIX.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why do both Elisha and Pappas curtail their expenses and move to smaller apartments?
(a) They are saving money to help the Jews war with the Romans.
(b) They are preparing for the harsh winter.
(c) The economy of the area is devastated because of the war.
(d) They are trying to live more humble lives.

2. Who stands up against the leader of the rebels?
(a) The Roman Cavalry.
(b) The Sanhedrin.
(c) Julianus.
(d) Rabbi Joshua.

3. Who encourages Elisha to publish his monograph?
(a) The librarian.
(b) Pappas.
(c) Antiphanes.
(d) Manto.

4. How is Elisha welcomed when he arrives at the home of Pappas in Antioch?
(a) He arrives to find Pappas does not recognize Elisha.
(b) He is welcomed warmly.
(c) Pappas refuses to let Elisha in his home unless he accepts God.
(d) Pappas tells Elisha how ashamed of Elisha he is for running away.

5. Where has Rufus erected his headquarters?
(a) Damascus.
(b) The Sanhedrin.
(c) Temple Mount.
(d) The arena.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who arrives on a Roman ship at the port of Antioch?

2. What happens to the new rabbis after Judah ben Baba ordains them?

3. What happens to Eliezer's proposal concerning the ban against pagan literature?

4. Why is Elisha overcome with discontent when he visits with Meir and Beruriah?

5. Why does Deborah encourage Elisha to curry the Shraga's favor?

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