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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After Elisha's first meeting with Rabbi Joshua, how does Rabbi Joshua win Elisha's confidence?
(a) Rabbi Joshua praises Elisha.
(b) Rabbi Joshua does not win Elisha's confidence at all.
(c) Elisha admires Joshuas modest life-style.
(d) Rabbi Joshua proposes a trial period for them both.

2. Where does Uncle Amram take Elisha to begin his training to become a rabbi and sage?
(a) The Red Sea.
(b) The Home of Pappas.
(c) The Home of Rabbi Joshua.
(d) Rome.

3. Who tells Elisha Pappas is not good company for him, and that he should not be reading Greek books?
(a) Akiba.
(b) Deborah.
(c) Uncle Amram.
(d) Josef.

4. Before leaving the garden, Akiba pleads with Elisha to do what?
(a) Take Deborah back.
(b) Stop the executions.
(c) Stay true to his quest for truth.
(d) Turn back before everything is lost.

5. What does Manto decide Elisha should do, after she becomes involved in his quest?
(a) Go back to Israel and stand trial.
(b) Flee before his troubles worsen.
(c) Be tutored by Antiphanes.
(d) Refuse to oppose the Sanhedrin.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Abuyah's dying wish for Elisha to fulfill?

2. Elisha returns home for major festivals and uses this time to learn what from Amram?

3. What do Deborah's behavior and actions at the feast make very clear about her character?

4. Why does Amram decide not to let Elisha become married to Theo?

5. Which two friends of Elisha are going insane because of the knowledge they have gained from Greek literature?

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