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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Around what year did Jesus travel to Jerusalem and initiate a conflict?
(a) The year 15.
(b) The year 5.
(c) The year 30.
(d) The year 20.

2. Opposition of the law was a basis for major conflict between the government of Jesus' time and what group?
(a) The apostles.
(b) The people.
(c) The Israelites.
(d) The Egyptians.

3. What does Sanders say Jesus wasn't the only one of in the world at his time?
(a) Man gathering disciples.
(b) Miracle worker.
(c) Christian leader.
(d) Man born of a virgin.

4. The author says that that Jesus cannot be considered a historical figure because of the non-existence of what?
(a) Surviving documents.
(b) Descendents.
(c) Oral traditions.
(d) Books written about him.

5. The meaning of what title has changed greatly since Jesus' time?
(a) Savior.
(b) Messiah.
(c) Teacher.
(d) Preacher.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to historical documents, when did the crucifixion take place?

2. Which of the Gospels was focuses on Jesus' miracles?

3. What was the reputation of many of the doctors practicing in ancient times?

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

5. Who rolled the stone away from Jesus' tomb?

(see the answer key)

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