Ben Hur Movie Test
What accident brings about Judah's arrest for treason?
Accused of attacking the Judea governor. Tile fell off the roof and hit the governor.
What change in Judah's status does Arius make?
Arius adopts Judah as his son making Judah the son of an council.
Why does Arius receive a triumph when he arrives in Rome? What does he ask of the emperor?
Because he won the battle, he asks the emperor to free Judah from the galleys.
What happens to Judah after being taken from his cell?
Got sent to the galleys
How does Messala plan to change things in Judea?
He wanted to make Judea like Rome.
What is Messalas definition of friendship? what did he want Judah to do?
His definition of friendship is for his friends to do things for him. He wanted Judah to rat out the rebels.
What color is typical in roman legions?
Red, saw in soldiers uniforms, armor, horses, chariots, and banners.
Why must Esther have Judas permission to marry?
She was a slave to Judah.
How does Judah attract the interest and admiration from Judah?
Strong, determined, smart.
When Judah returns from Palestine (Judea), what ring is he wearing and why?
Was Arius's ring signifying that Judah is his son.
Why does Consul Arius try to kill himself?
captain always goes down with the ship. And it would look bad on him if he was the only survivor left, they would see him as a coward.
What does Messala hope to gain for himself by sentencing Judah to the galleys and destroying his family?
gained fear from the people cuz he would imprison anyone.
Who does Balthazar hope Judah might be?
jesus
What normal legal proceeding did Judah say he has not received?
no trial.
What dining customs did you notice at Judas meal with his sister and his mom?
prayed, laid down, lounge chairs, cleaned hands.
Why are the galley rowers chained to the ship?
prevented them from running away.
How does Judah recognize the roman ship?
the shape of the sail.(square)
