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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. Redefinition of terms is evident in the Gnostic cults of __________________.

2. Satori is defined as ___________________________.

3. Which is not one of the Four Noble Truths?

4. Christian Science came into being after Mrs. Eddy _____________________________.

5. Why is it important to be knowledgeable about Christian doctrine?

Short Essay Questions

1. What do the Mormons accept as the Scripture?

2. How should the Church deal with cults?

3. What is the danger of cults?

4. What are the two major groups that are known as the Mormons?

5. Why should Christians focus on definitions in any dialogue with cultists?

6. How has the new vocabulary affected cults?

7. How do Zen Buddhists differ from Buddhists regarding the achievement of Nirvana?

8. How do the teachings of Christian Science compare to those of traditional Christianity?

9. What is the background of the Book of Mormon?

10. Who are considered to be the chief prophets of the Mormons?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Explain the views of Jehovah's Witnesses and Russell on the return of Christ.

a) When did it occur?

b) How did it occur?

Essay Topic 2

Jehovah's Witnesses were formed to distinguish the true followers of Russell from the Watchtower. Explain how this situation came about. Also discuss some of the claims and business dealings of Russell's that contributed to this situation.

Essay Topic 3

Many of the cults were founded by people of questionable moral character.

a. Give some examples of some of these founders and what their questionable actions were.

b. Why do you think that people were willing to follow them and give their time and money?

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