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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 does Mack claim is the reason for the many portrayals of Jesus?
(a) There is no difference in the portrayals of Jesus.
(b) Different groups saw him differently, based on his age.
(c) Different groups developed his image to support their movement.
(d) Different people changed the true description for political gain.

2. When does Mack claim the books of the New Testament were written?
(a) From the 50s in the first century to the middle of the second century.
(b) From the end of the second century to the end of the fourth century.
(c) During the ninth century.
(d) During the life of Jesus.

3. What is the name of the form of mythmaking Mack notes these early Jesus people were engaged in?
(a) Epic tradition.
(b) Epic authorship.
(c) Epic mythmaking.
(d) Epic revision.

4. Why does Mack believe the stories in the New Testament were chosen to be included?
(a) They are the most interesting.
(b) They are the only stories found of the time of Jesus.
(c) They produce a history that seems cohesive.
(d) They are believed to be written by the prophets.

5. What is an epic according to Mack?
(a) A rehearsal of the past that puts the present in its light.
(b) A look at the past to discover previous laws.
(c) A hope for a brighter future.
(d) An examination of the past to reveal public policy.

Short Answer Questions

1. What feature of the Jerusalem group allows readers to build a profile?

2. Which of the layers of Q is least embellished?

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

4. What is contained in the Gospel of Thomas?

5. What way did ethnic or cultural groups create small social units within the larger culture they found themselves in?

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