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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. D'Anjou reportedly influenced which powerful figure?

2. Who is credited with writing the third tract?

3. When was The Albigensian Crusade?

4. Who is Mathilde de Toscan?

5. The compiler was actually a dealer of what types of items?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who supposedly instigated the Crusades?

2. What might have been a reason that Sauniere was assigned to such a small parish?

3. Why did the authors begin the book with tales about the Cathars?

4. What was the official seat of the Priory of Scion and when was it established?

5. Who was Rene D'Anjou and what was his role in finding the Holy Grail?

6. In what year and by what method was the history of the Knights Templar released to the public?

7. Briefly describe the beliefs of the Albigensian and Cathar sects.

8. What else was discovered by Sauniere?

9. Name at least two reasons why the Priory of Scion in Orleans angered the Pope and French king.

10. Describe the important opus that was contained in the Dossiers Secrets.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

One issue with the Gospels and other books in the Bible is questionable and untraceable authorship. What are the facts and theories surrounding the Gospels and their authorship? Who wrote the Gospels? Who wrote the other books of the Bible? Do you feel the information is accurate? Explain.

Essay Topic 2

Compare and contrast proven historical fact against the information provided in the Gospels of Mark, Matthew, Luke, and John. Discuss possible discrepancies in each.

Essay Topic 3

Describe in detail the discoveries made by Sauniere. Where were the discoveries made? Why were they significant? Who did Sauniere turn to for advice? What was the advice? What happened to Sauniere following his return to the parish?

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