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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The Gnostics called the orthodox view the faith of ___________, according to the text presented in the chapter.
(a) Sheep.
(b) No one.
(c) The Lost.
(d) Fools.

2. One argument against the orthodox is that Christians refuse to truly seek God who can only be found in the fulfillment of the _________.
(a) Gnosis.
(b) Commandments.
(c) Bible.
(d) Pulpit.

3. Tertullian noted the way that _______ were so eagerly accepted in all facets of church society with great horror.
(a) Women.
(b) Children.
(c) Men.
(d) Boys.

4. Pagels points out that the ___________ may be the key building block of orthodox Christianity.
(a) Resurrection.
(b) Temptation of Christ.
(c) Fall of Eden.
(d) Creation myth.

5. The orthodox interpret the crucifixion as a matter demanding extreme ______________, contrary to other accounts.
(a) Serenity.
(b) Happiness.
(c) Humiliation.
(d) Suffering.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Christianity, Judaism and in Islam, God is the king, lord, master, judge, and ____________.

2. Where did members of the Egyptian government eventually spot the papyri that Muhammed had given away?

3. __________ was far more recognized and abundant than previously thought, especially in the years following Jesus' death.

4. Polycarb refused the __________________ and was burned alive because of his Christian beliefs.

5. When it came to discriminate as to the true Church, ______ pervaded even the sanctum of the orthodox.

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