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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. The Christan world, it could be said, was and continues to be one of __________ reality.

2. What is NOT one of the things which made Christianity an easy reach for the masses of people?

3. It is said that at least the Christians had been called by God, unlike the pagans who could be excused for their ____________.

4. Justin was a philosopher who wrote to the Emperor protesting the treatment of a __________________.

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The idea of having one person as God seems to also relate to that day's thoughts about government and those in power.

Part 1: Do you think that the government had a vested interested in whether there was one God or more? Why or why not?

Part 2: How does having one God figure help those who are in the government?

Part 3: Why do you think that monotheism seems to be a prevalent spiritual concept in today's society?

Essay Topic 2

The scrolls themselves became scattered around the world once people realized they were of value and began to sell them to the highest bidders.

Part 1: Why do you think that people wanted the money more than the information?

Part 2: If you were living in that time and found these scrolls, what would you have done with them? Why?

Part 3: Do you think it's a good idea to get money for priceless objects? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 3

The Gnostics seem to lean toward a dualistic form of God, with one being lighter and another being darker.

Part 1: Do you think the dualistic views of God are important? Why or why not?

Part 2: How does having more than one view of God change a belief system?

Part 3: Do you think that it's easier or better to have one God? Why or why not?

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