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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Demonax recommend that Elisha see Poleman?
(a) Poleman knows of a man who may be able to help Elisha.
(b) Poleman taught Demonax everything he knows.
(c) Poleman can outline Elisha's reading for him.
(d) Poleman has questions he feels only Elisha can answer.

2. 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) The economy of the area is devastated because of the war.
(c) They are trying to live more humble lives.
(d) They are preparing for the harsh winter.

3. What news does Pappas return to Antioch with?
(a) Deborah wants to reconcile.
(b) The Sanhedrin now studies Greek and Roman literature.
(c) Deborah wants a divorce, and Joshua has become ill.
(d) The Sanhedrin does not want to extradite Elisha, and Joshua is dead.

4. To which court does the the merchant take his case, after he leaves the Jewish court?
(a) The Grecian court.
(b) The merchant drops the case.
(c) The Roman court.
(d) The Elysian court.

5. Which two friends of Elisha are going insane because of the knowledge they have gained from Greek literature?
(a) Akiba and Simeon ben Azzai.
(b) Simeon ben Zoma and Akiba.
(c) The two Simeons.
(d) None of Elisha's friends are going insane.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Elisha say to the other rabbis after they witness a boy fall from a tree and die?

2. Where does Elisha suspect the real truth lies?

3. On his next journey, when Elisha stops in a small town what does he see?

4. Why is Rabbi Johannan amazed that Elisha is studying to become a rabbi?

5. What does Manto decide Elisha should do, after she becomes involved in his quest?

(see the answer key)

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