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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 1-4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What significant event, which became a Christian ordinance, took place prior to Jesus' execution?
(a) The resurrection.
(b) The conflict at the Temple.
(c) The Last Supper.
(d) The first worship service.

2. What must a historian weigh?
(a) Only the facts.
(b) The way his work will be received by the public.
(c) Oral traditions.
(d) Facts, news stories, and rumors.

3. How many others were executed with Jesus?
(a) 5.
(b) 1.
(c) 2.
(d) 19.

4. Around what year did Jesus travel to Jerusalem and initiate a conflict?
(a) The year 5.
(b) The year 15.
(c) The year 20.
(d) The year 30.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What aspects of Jesus' life does the author claim he will attempt to explain?

3. About which people did Josephus write?

4. When is Jesus' birthday traditionally celebrated?

5. What did the disciples continue to do after the resurrection?

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