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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who represented the Roman Empire in Judea at the time of Jesus?
(a) Herod Antipas.
(b) Joseph Caiaphas.
(c) Judas Iscariot.
(d) Pontius Pilate.

2. Between what dates do scholars accept that Jesus was crucified?
(a) Between 10 B.C.E. and 1 C.E.
(b) Between 35 and 40 C.E.
(c) 29 and 31 C.E.
(d) Between 5 and 7 C.E.

3. What structure do many historians claim there were none of in Palestine during Jesus' life?
(a) Synagogues.
(b) Houses.
(c) Government buildings.
(d) Temples.

4. Which Gospel tells the happenings in the early part of Jesus' career?
(a) Luke.
(b) John.
(c) Matthew.
(d) Mark.

5. Up to approximately what date does the author say he will discuss early theology?
(a) 12 B.C.E.
(b) 80 C.E.
(c) 134 C.E.
(d) 30 C.E.

Short Answer Questions

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 According to historical documents, when did the crucifixion take place?

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

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

4. What problem with the Gospels makes it hard to determine the date of Jesus' birth?

5. Who revised the book "Antiquities of the Jews" and may have changed the text of the book?

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