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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. There is no evidence that the disciples did what after joining Jesus?
(a) Spread Jesus' teachings.
(b) Travelled with him.
(c) Worked.
(d) Ate the Last Supper with him.

2. What did the disciples continue to do after the resurrection?
(a) Fast.
(b) Preach the Word of God.
(c) Remain in hiding.
(d) Stay at the tomb.

3. Whose historical writings are hard to reconcile with the Gospels?
(a) Jesus'.
(b) Pilate's.
(c) Josephus'.
(d) Moses'.

4. How long did the Israelites wander the desert after fleeing Egypt?
(a) 40 days.
(b) One year.
(c) 40 years.
(d) 11 months.

5. At one time, examining the life of Jesus was considered what?
(a) A sure way to Heaven.
(b) Mandatory.
(c) Unimportant.
(d) Sacrilegious.

Short Answer Questions

1. Between what dates do scholars accept that Jesus was crucified?

2. How does the author state Jesus is seen in non-Christian literature?

3. What is the main problem historians have with the calendars used by the ancients?

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

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

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