World History Reading Guide Chapter 1 Section 4

Most of the information about Jesus comes from:

• The Gospels in the New Testament

• Roman historical records

• Greek mythology

• Ancient Egyptian texts

The messiah is:

• A prophet

• A savior

• A king

• A teacher

Jesus' 12 close followers were known as:

• Pharisees

• Disciples

• Prophets

• Scribes

Jesus' teachings were rooted in which tradition?

• Greek tradition

• Roman tradition

• Jewish tradition

• Egyptian tradition

Jesus was a threat to the Romans because:

• He encouraged people to pay more taxes.

• His followers claimed he was the King of the Jews, challenging Roman authority.

• He supported Roman rule.

• He was a Roman official.

What happened to Jesus?

• He was born in Bethlehem.

• He was crucified.

• He became a king.

• He traveled to Rome.

The teachings of Jesus were spread to the world by:

• The Apostles

• The Romans

• The Greeks

• The Egyptians

Of the apostles, who was most influential in spreading the gospel?

• Peter

• James

• John

• Paul

Women played what role in early Christian communities?

• Leaders and supporters

• Only observers

• No role at all

• Opponents

The ancient Greeks challenged the Christian scholars because:

• They wanted to spread Christianity.

• They questioned religious doctrines with reason and philosophy.

• They agreed with all Christian beliefs.

• They were influenced by Roman traditions.