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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 5-9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What area do the histories written by Roman authors mainly cover?
(a) Jerusalem.
(b) Galilee.
(c) Rome proper.
(d) Israel.

2. What years was the revolt that broke out in Palestine, which may have destroyed any records about Jesus?
(a) 16 B.C.E.
(b) 100 C.E.
(c) 66 C.E.
(d) 5 C.E.

3. What is difficult to determine with accuracy from ancient times?
(a) The names of the people in government.
(b) The existence of Pilate.
(c) The place where Jesus worked.
(d) Dates.

4. What does A.D. stand for?
(a) After Divinity.
(b) Accepted Divinity.
(c) After Death.
(d) Anno Domini.

5. What was Jesus able to do that John the Baptist could not?
(a) Preach.
(b) Teach people.
(c) Heal the sick.
(d) Baptize people.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who was the semi-independent ruler of Palestine during the period that Jesus lived?

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 According to historical documents, when did the crucifixion take place?

3. How many others were executed with Jesus?

4. What date do the Gospels claim the crucifixion took place on?

5. What did early Christians believe Jesus' life was a fulfillment of?

(see the answer key)

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