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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. According to historical documents, when did the crucifixion take place?
(a) Between 5 and 7 C.E.
(b) Between 16 and 26 C.E.
(c) Between 20 and 30 C.E.
(d) Between 26 and 36 C.E.

3. What season does the author indicate he believes Jesus was born during?
(a) Fall.
(b) Winter.
(c) Summer.
(d) Spring.

4. When were the Gospels named?
(a) 115 C.E.
(b) 180 C.E.
(c) 1827.
(d) 36 C.E.

5. How were the stories in the Gospels originally shared?
(a) In newspapers.
(b) In complete written narratives.
(c) Through the oral tradition.
(d) Through the writing of the Gospels.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What leadership role was responsible for the day-to-day government of Rome?

3. Around what year did Jesus travel to Jerusalem and initiate a conflict?

4. Who represented the Roman Empire in Judea at the time of Jesus?

5. There are key differences between the Gospels and what science?

(see the answer key)

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