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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Two, The Jordan is Not Just Water.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In which city was Josephus born?
(a) Jerusalem.
(b) New York.
(c) Tel Aviv.
(d) Cairo.

2. Why does the author think the Christians are uneasy with the idea that John baptized Jesus?
(a) It makes Jesus seem human.
(b) It goes against the claim that Jesus was afraid of water.
(c) It makes Jesus sound sinful.
(d) It makes John sound like a prophet.

3. In which town was Jesus said to be born?
(a) Bethlehem.
(b) Jerusalem.
(c) Marrakech.
(d) Cairo.

4. Where did the Pharoah order their soldiers to throw the Israelites' babies?
(a) In the lion caves.
(b) In the sea.
(c) In the snake pit.
(d) In the river.

5. Who was assassinated on 44 B.C.E?
(a) Caesar.
(b) Jesus.
(c) Cicero.
(d) Augustus.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What does the name Emmanuel mean?

3. Complete the following sentence from Virgil's poem the Aenei: "Roman, remember by your strength to..."

4. What country did Jesus flee for?

5. What did Simeon say Jesus is destined for?

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