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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was Flavius Josephus rewarded with for helping Rome?

2. Why was Archelaus banished from his kingdom?

3. Who did Caesar send to replace Archelaus?

4. Who did Florus say wanted the 17 talents he stole?

5. When did Flavius Josephus return home after spending a few years in Rome?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who was Albinus, and how did he cripple the nation?

2. Where did Josephus seek refuge and why?

3. Where did Josephus study?

4. What did King Agrippa send to the Temple?

5. Who was Sabinus, and what did he put down?

6. Why did Josephus enter Jotapata?

7. Who was Gaius, and why was he assassinated, according to Section 1?

8. What did King Agrippa do when Vespasian arrived?

9. Who was Hyrcanus, and why was he killed?

10. Who faced rebellion after Herod's death, according to Section 3?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Analyze the historical significance of the Roman Empire's establishment and how it changed the face of civilization of Rome and surrounding countries.

Essay Topic 2

Analyze the role of the zealots in The Jewish War and how they contributed to the fall of the city.

Essay Topic 3

Define prophecy and examine its importance during Josephus' life.

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