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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 suggest the taking up of residence in Jerusalem signifies for the group?
(a) A religious agenda.
(b) A disrespect for Jewish tradition.
(c) A loyalty to the Pharisee.
(d) A political agenda.

2. Why does Mack claim Columbus studied the Bible?
(a) To strengthen his faith.
(b) To teach the natives of Jesus.
(c) To plan his voyages.
(d) To teach his men of its teachings.

3. What way did ethnic or cultural groups create small social units within the larger culture they found themselves in?
(a) They met in government.
(b) They worked with one another.
(c) They created fellowships and associations.
(d) They met in educational institutions.

4. What does Mack claim about the various groups that formed in the schools of Jesus?
(a) They were disciples of Jesus.
(b) They were experimental.
(c) They were sent by God.
(d) They were dangerous.

5. How many layers of the Gospel Q exist?
(a) Five.
(b) Three.
(c) Twenty.
(d) Two.

Short Answer Questions

1. What role did women play in associations?

2. In the temple-state model of civilization, what system does the king represent?

3. Why does Mack claim the Bible was important by the end of the fourth century?

4. What was the Greek concept of civilization?

5. What does Mack claim about the authors of the sections in the New Testament?

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