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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 6, The Dogs Beneath the Cross.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of Jesus' disciples talks about his baptism?
(a) Simon.
(b) Jacob.
(c) Mark.
(d) Luke.

2. What did the Romans do with bodies on the crosses if they didn't decide to leave them there?
(a) Throw them into the sea.
(b) Put them in a shallow grave.
(c) Burn them.
(d) Cut them up and feed them to dogs.

3. Who did Josephus defend to Nero in 64 C.E.?
(a) John the Baptist.
(b) Priests.
(c) Jesus.
(d) His brother Jacob.

4. Who did John the Baptist call the Lamb of God?
(a) Jordan.
(b) Mark.
(c) Jesus.
(d) Luke.

5. Who ordered John the Baptist's death?
(a) Caesar.
(b) Augustus.
(c) Nero.
(d) Antipas.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the author say must be present for oppressed groups to revolt?

2. Which festival was Barabbas' release meant to honor?

3. What is the title of Part Two?

4. What title was Jesus' brother bestowed with?

5. How was James different from Jesus?

(see the answer key)

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