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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The Hebrew term for Spirit is _______________, as the author prefers this term from the Secret Book.
(a) Feminine.
(b) Neuter.
(c) Questionable.
(d) Masculine.

2. To the Gnostics, the definition of a true Christan was one that had spiritual ___________.
(a) Truth.
(b) Relevance.
(c) Calling.
(d) Maturity.

3. Most scholars will agree that Jesus was crucified by ________________ when he was sentenced to the cross.
(a) Pontius Pilate.
(b) God.
(c) Emperor Crucius.
(d) Himself.

4. Ignatius placed the presence of the ____________ as the legitimizing force in administering the sacrament and in holding meetings.
(a) Bishop.
(b) Pope.
(c) Priest.
(d) Layperson.

5. In a newly discovered Nag Hammadi text, it says, "I am __________. I am both Mother and Father since I copulate with myself. I am the Womb, the All."
(a) The Creator.
(b) The Creation.
(c) The Mover.
(d) Androgynous.

Short Answer Questions

1. In what gospel does Jesus respond to Thomas' passionate request to learn how to get to the next level?

2. Another Gnostic text, the Gospel of ____________, highlighted a relationship between Mary Magdalene and Jesus.

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

4. The writings of Peter state that the Gnostics believed the orthodox church was an/a ____________ church which claims exclusive legitimacy.

5. A Valentinian Exposition speaks of God as a ____________, and no one was before him, according to the text of this chapter.

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