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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which two Gospels focus on Jesus' teachings?

2. What phrase does Sanders attempt to define in Chapter 11?

3. According to Jesus, who would be given rule over the tribes of Israel?

4. Some people believe that Jesus' ability to perform miracles is proof that he was what?

5. Whom were the apostles accountable to?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What is a "reversal of values" in terms of Jesus' ministry? What does the phrase mean and how is it seen in Jesus' teachings? What method does Jesus use to illustrate this theme and how does he use them? Please give specific examples.

Essay Topic 2

What is controversial about the scene at the Temple? What are the two common beliefs held about Jesus' actions at the Temple? What does each of these views say about Jesus and his ministry?

Essay Topic 3

What impact did John the Baptist have on Jesus' life and his ministry? What events in Jesus' life was John involved in? What was John like in comparison to Jesus?

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