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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. What was the time period of Pontius Pilate's reign?

2. Schidlof was reported to be a member of which organization?

3. The Holy Grail originally revolved around which of the following?

4. What was the name of the king's son?

5. A logo for what type of company was supposedly a call to arms for one of the organizations?

Short Essay Questions

1. Discuss the connection between Merovee and magic.

2. Who was Mani? What part did Mani play in the religious arena?

3. Describe the structure of the Priory of Scion.

4. How did the authors trace the seed of David?

5. Explain some of von Eschenbach's theories on the Grail.

6. Name some of the guidelines of crucifixion that were not followed in the crucifixion of Jesus.

7. Briefly describe the origin of the Merovingian dynasty.

8. Give some examples of why some historians believe Jesus was affluent.

9. Name at least two clues followed by the authors in connecting Jesus to the Merovingians.

10. What is the view of the authors on the conversion of Constantine?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Examine the importance of the discoveries at Rennes-le-Chateau. Which was the most significant? Do you feel Sauniere acted in a manner fitting his position? Explain. What were the reactions of Sauniere's superiors? How did the reactions affect the search for the Holy Grail?

Essay Topic 2

One of the Gospels implied that Jesus was of noble stock, while another claimed Jesus was more common. Some even suggested that Jesus was poor. Examine these theories, who held them and why each may have supported those beliefs.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the process by which certain books were included in the Bible. Who made the decisions? What were the criteria? According to the authors, who was responsible for the largest number of alterations to the book and its text? What do modern historians and theologians say about the process and its effects?

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