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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 10-13.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the main problem historians have with the calendars used by the ancients?
(a) There is no problem.
(b) There were no calendars in existence.
(c) They were not uniform.
(d) They are different from the one we use today.

2. When did people begin to examine the history of Jesus?
(a) As soon as he died.
(b) About 1000 years ago.
(c) About 50 years ago.
(d) A little over 200 years ago.

3. "He who is first will be last and he who is last will be first" is an example of what?
(a) Reversal of values.
(b) Ethical perfectionism.
(c) Law in Galilee.
(d) Law in Rome.

4. In what parable is a son who leaves home welcomed back while his loyal brother is ignored?
(a) The Lost Sheep.
(b) The Mustard Seed.
(c) The Perfect Son.
(d) The Prodigal Son.

5. Some people believe that Jesus' divinity gave him the ability to do what?
(a) Gather followers.
(b) Teach.
(c) Preach.
(d) Perform miracles.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to the scriptures, what reward did Jesus promise the apostles?

2. How many tribes of Israel were there in Jesus' time?

3. What area do the histories written by Roman authors mainly cover?

4. According to historical documents, when did the crucifixion take place?

5. According to Sanders, through what context do many people see Jesus?

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