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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part One, A Tale of Two Gods.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does Celsus say religion took its root?
(a) The under-classes.
(b) The lower-classes.
(c) The upper-classes.
(d) The middle-classes.

2. Who does Matthew say Jesus escaped from as a child?
(a) Pilate.
(b) Caesar.
(c) Herod.
(d) Joseph.

3. What house does the angel say Jesus will reign over forever?
(a) Jacob's.
(b) Moses's.
(c) Abraham's.
(d) David's.

4. In which country was the gospel of Thomas found?
(a) France.
(b) Israel.
(c) Egypt.
(d) England.

5. What does the Hebrew word Almah mean in English?
(a) An evil spirit.
(b) Child born out of wedlock.
(c) A newly married virgin.
(d) A man of God.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who ruled Judea from 37 to 4 B.C.E?

2. What sea does the author describe as cruel and beautiful?

3. What did Bishop Butler say probability is the guide of?

4. Who was prefect of Judea at the time of Jesus' death?

5. What did Simeon say Jesus is destined for?

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