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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Paul says that "flesh and blood cannot inherit the kingdom of __________" in one of his statements about the resurrection.
(a) Trust.
(b) Truth.
(c) God.
(d) Faith.

2. However, in two other gospels, it is _____________ who sees Jesus after he has risen from the dead.
(a) Matthew.
(b) Peter.
(c) John.
(d) Mary.

3. The twelve ____________ had the authority to pass on their power to others, according to orthodox theory.
(a) Disciples.
(b) Women.
(c) Traitors.
(d) Mothers.

4. Another Gnostic text, the Gospel of ____________, highlighted a relationship between Mary Magdalene and Jesus.
(a) Thomas.
(b) Mary.
(c) Phillip.
(d) John.

5. __________ was far more recognized and abundant than previously thought, especially in the years following Jesus' death.
(a) Gnosticism.
(b) Christianity.
(c) Judaism.
(d) Islam.

Short Answer Questions

1. One God, One _________ became the doctrine of the church, according to the text in this chapter.

2. What did Muhammed believe might be in the jar that he and his brothers found?

3. The orthodox church became increasingly suspicious of anyone who claimed the secret ___________.

4. What does Jesus eat before the eyes of his disciples after he has risen from the death, according to some accounts?

5. Clement of Alexandria talks of a __________ gnosis which was promoted by the Valentianians.

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