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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Two, Chapters IX - XI.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After Elisha receives a letter of commendation from head of the museum in Alexandria, who does he rush to show the letter to?
(a) Pappas.
(b) Manto.
(c) Akiba.
(d) Antiphanes.

2. Why do Manto and Elisha always have a third person with them?
(a) So that Rufus will not be concerned about their relationship.
(b) Rufus orders it for their protection.
(c) Manto and Rufus always go everywhere together.
(d) Manto is uncomfortable around Elisha.

3. Where is Elisha sent, as a sage, to sit in court over a controversial issue?
(a) His hometown.
(b) Corinth.
(c) Tiberius.
(d) Antioch.

4. What does Elisha's life revolve around once he begins his studies?
(a) Manto.
(b) Antiphanes.
(c) Books.
(d) Greek and Roman mythology.

5. What does Manto decide Elisha should do, after she becomes involved in his quest?
(a) Go back to Israel and stand trial.
(b) Refuse to oppose the Sanhedrin.
(c) Flee before his troubles worsen.
(d) Be tutored by Antiphanes.

Short Answer Questions

1. What impresses Elisha about the Roman court system?

2. How does Elisha feel about the subject of human trading?

3. How old is Elisha when he gets married?

4. Why does Amram decide not to let Elisha become married to Theo?

5. Soon after Elisha's conversation, a rider comes into town with what news?

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