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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2: Teachings From the Jesus Movements.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did the Greek model of civilization give rise to?
(a) Democracy.
(b) Altruism.
(c) Satanism.
(d) Social stratification.

2. Why does Mack claim the Bible is constantly consulted?
(a) It is the only book of God.
(b) It is important to our politicians.
(c) People require it for their faith.
(d) It is highly important to religious institutions.

3. Where did Rome place its power in the second and first centuries?
(a) In its politicians.
(b) In its field commanders.
(c) In its laborers.
(d) In its priests.

4. What are the two activities Mack gives credit to in terms of the creation of Christian beliefs?
(a) Social conflict and experimentation.
(b) Apocalyptic preaching and fantasy.
(c) Social disintegration and intellectual stimulus.
(d) Social formation and mythmaking.

5. Why does Mack claim the Bible was important by the end of the fourth century?
(a) It gave the Church credentials in the eyes of early Christians.
(b) It gave the Church credentials for a role in Constantine's empire.
(c) It gave the Church credentials for a role in the history of Israel.
(d) It gave the Church credentials for a role in Jewish history.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is featured in the Gospel of Thomas that is missing in the Book of Q?

2. What does Mack suggest as a reason that Mark was overly critical of the disciples of Jerusalem?

3. What does Mack claim is the link that gives the Christian Bible logic and force?

4. What does Mack claim the kingdom of God represented?

5. In the temple-state model of civilization, what system does the priest represent?

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