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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 16-17.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Sanders, a man who divorces and remarries is considered what?
(a) A blasphemer.
(b) None of the answers is correct.
(c) An adulterer.
(d) A heretic.

2. What rural area did Jesus begin teaching in?
(a) Galilee.
(b) Bethlehem.
(c) Jerusalem.
(d) Israel.

3. What does Sanders say is the most controversial scene leading to Jesus' crucifixion?
(a) Jesus' appearance before Pilate.
(b) The Last Supper.
(c) Judas' betrayal.
(d) The scene at the Temple.

4. What type of perfectionism is discussed in Chapter 13?
(a) Loving.
(b) Scholarly.
(c) Divine.
(d) Ethical.

5. What is the main problem historians have with the calendars used by the ancients?
(a) There were no calendars in existence.
(b) They were not uniform.
(c) There is no problem.
(d) They are different from the one we use today.

Short Answer Questions

1. What structure do many historians claim there were none of in Palestine during Jesus' life?

2. Where were the disciples when Jesus was resurrected?

3. What kind of life did Jesus say the apostles would have in return for their sacrifice?

4. What group does Sanders speculate the ministry of Jesus believed would not accept Jesus' portrayal of God?

5. For what reason was Pilate later relieved of his duty?

(see the answer key)

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