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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. ___________ was the issue of the day for the orthodox church, according to Pagels' findings in this chapter.
(a) Writing.
(b) Truth.
(c) Authority.
(d) Doctrine.

2. Where did members of the Egyptian government eventually spot the papyri that Muhammed had given away?
(a) Coptic museum.
(b) Temple.
(c) Black market.
(d) The library.

3. What happened to some of the papyri when it was taken home by Muhammed, though he did not understand their value?
(a) Lost.
(b) Given as gifts.
(c) Used as kindling.
(d) Stolen.

4. Where did one of the most important archaeological events take place in 1945 according to the book?
(a) Middle East.
(b) Upper Egypt.
(c) Lower Egypt.
(d) Sudan.

5. Theologians from many Western religions do contend that God is beyond ____________, according to Pagels.
(a) Understanding.
(b) Light.
(c) Truth.
(d) Gender.

Short Answer Questions

1. The Gnostics considered themselves to be ____________, not believers and were despised by orthodox theologians.

2. Sophia further assists Adam and Eve when she saves their descendants during the time of ____________.

3. The _________ today, according to the Catholic Church, is the only legitimate heir to the humble vestments of Peter.

4. The resurrection was useful ____________, which is why it became such an important part of religious dogma.

5. To the Romans, the Christians were seen as _____________ since they were also part of an illegal organization.

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