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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. As a result of Marcion's thoughts about the Bible, Iranaeus accused Marcion of _____________.
(a) Polygamy.
(b) Polytheism.
(c) Treason.
(d) Dualism.

2. John, emotionally distraught over the crucifixion, announces the Trinity as the Father, Mother and __________.
(a) Son.
(b) Truth.
(c) Womb.
(d) Spirit.

3. The Church of the Gnostics was confined to the __________, the experiencers of God generally speaking.
(a) Seekers.
(b) Followers.
(c) Knowers.
(d) Doers.

4. The language in many texts respects the idea of the female, though not in pagan terms, rather in presenting God as a Mother/Father ______.
(a) Group.
(b) Family.
(c) Figure.
(d) Dyad.

5. What kind of teacher was Raghib, the man who told Muhammed that the scrolls might be worth some money?
(a) Math.
(b) Science.
(c) History.
(d) English.

Short Answer Questions

1. There are some descriptions of the resurrection that could raise some questions about the _____________ of the event.

2. Once committed to the Mother and Father of the world, the candidate undertook the secret sacrament of apolytrosis, or _________.

3. A group of _____________was given a month to reconsider its fate, but eventually and happily they went to their death, much to the confusion of the judge.

4. After the death of Judas, the only real candidate for succession was ____________ who had also walked with Christ.

5. Who took a mediating position with the Christian Church, though they had internal problems as to how to view the orthodox?

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