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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. How does the author think Jesus cured the man of leprosy?
(a) He transcended social stigma.
(b) He used God's power.
(c) He gave him his energy.
(d) He muttered a prayer.

2. Which member of Jesus' family lived in Jerusalem?
(a) His sister sarah.
(b) His brother James.
(c) His father.
(d) His mother.

3. Why did Herod have a grudge against John the Baptist?
(a) He told him it was wrong to keep slaves.
(b) He told him he was a boring, humorless man.
(c) He told him his family descended from the lower classes.
(d) He told him it was wrong to have his brother's wife.

4. What does the author say must be present for oppressed groups to revolt?
(a) Hatred of authority.
(b) Strong family structure.
(c) Great desperation.
(d) A weak government.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Complete the following title: "The Apocalyptic..."

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

3. What does the author say that miraculous is the primary anchor of?

4. Which of the following does the author not mention as one of the constraints Jesus lived under?

5. What did Jesus believe about individuals?

(see the answer key)

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