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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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) Between 5 and 7 C.E.
(d) 29 and 31 C.E.

3. What claim of Jesus' do some people say made him seem egotistical?
(a) His claim to be a preacher.
(b) His claim to be a teacher.
(c) His claim to be the Son of God.
(d) His claim of performing miracles.

4. What does B.C.E stand for?
(a) Between Christ's Eras.
(b) Before Common Era.
(c) Before Christ's Era.
(d) Before Common Evolution.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What was one of the specific groups of people the ministry focused on?

2. Which two Gospels focus on Jesus' teachings?

3. What does Sanders say Jesus wasn't the only one of in the world at his time?

4. In reference to miracles, what were people in the ancient world more inclined to do?

5. About how old was Jesus when he was baptized?

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