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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 14-15.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was the result of Jesus' attempt to preach in Nazareth?
(a) Great success.
(b) He was thrown out of the city.
(c) Failure.
(d) He gathered disciples there.

2. What date do the Gospels claim the crucifixion took place on?
(a) Friday 15, Nisan.
(b) April 16.
(c) Sunday 17, Nisan.
(d) Ash Wednesday.

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

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

5. What does B.C. stand for?
(a) Before Christmas.
(b) Between Commonalities.
(c) Before Christ.
(d) Before Crucifixion.

Short Answer Questions

1. Up to approximately what date does the author say he will discuss early theology?

2. Opposition of the law was a basis for major conflict between the government of Jesus' time and what group?

3. Which Gospel conflicts with the others in its account of the crucifixion?

4. According to the scriptures, what reward did Jesus promise the apostles?

5. What is difficult to determine with accuracy from ancient times?

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