Bible 800 - Unit 5: EARLY CHURCH HISTORY
Verse: Matthew 28:19
"Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit,"
True or False: About one hundred twenty people were gathered in the upper room on the day of Pentecost.
True.
True or False: After Jesus' ascension, the disciples gathered together to wait as Jesus had commanded.
True.
True or False: As Stephen spoke, his face shone like an angel's.
True.
True or False: Barnabas introduced Saul to the church in Jerusalem.
True.
True or False: Before Caesar Augustus became emperor, Rome was a republic.
True.
True or False: Jesus died a physical death on the cross.
True.
True or False: Jesus knew that He would have to give His life for man's sins.
True.
True or False: Jesus preached that the kingdom of God was at hand.
True.
True or False: Jesus was able to resist the devil because of knowledge of the Word and a strong belief in His Father.
True.
True or False: John chapter 11 tells of these words to Martha: Jesus said to her, "I am the resurrection and the life; he who believes in Me will live even if he dies,
True.
True or False: Peter and John came to help Philip pray for the new converts.
True.
True or False: Peter preached the resurrection of Jesus Christ.
True.
True or False: Peter said that the people listening to him on the day of Pentecost were the very ones who crucified Jesus.
True.
True or False: Philip preached Jesus and the eunuch believed on the Lord and was baptized.
True.
True or False: Philip was sent by an angel of the Lord to preach in the desert to a eunuch from Ethiopia.
True.
True or False: Philip was sent on to preach from Azotus to Caesarea after witnessing to the eunuch.
True.
True or False: Saul was a Pharisee, a legalist and a rabbi.
True.
True or False: Some Jews believed that the Apostles and the church were a threat to Judaism.
True.
True or False: Some of the foreign-born Jews, brought up in centers of Greek culture, thought they were superior to the Jews in the city of Jerusalem.
True.
True or False: Stephen saw Jesus at the right hand of the Father.
True.
True or False: Stephen was taken before the same council that had crucified Jesus.
True.
True or False: Stephen's message before the council was a review of Old Testament history.
True.
True or False: The Apostles spoke in other languages after they were given the gift of the Holy Spirit.
True.
True or False: The Apostles were accused of being drunk on the day of Pentecost.
True.
True or False: The Holy Spirit was the power the believers needed to continue the work Jesus began.
True.
True or False: The Roman Empire stretched from England to Persia and from the Sahara Desert to northwestern Germany.
True.
True or False: The Roman republic ended when Caesar Augustus became emperor.
True.
True or False: The Romans built large pipes or channels of water called aqueducts to bring water from a distance. These can still be seen today.
True.
True or False: The Romans were the first to successfully impose central authority on a large area.
True.
True or False: The Sanhedrin governed the province of Palestine in both civil and religious matters.
True.
True or False: The eunuch from Ethiopia was reading from Isaiah, Chapter 53.
True.
True or False: The giving of the Holy Spirit was foretold in Joel's prophecy.
True.
True or False: The millions of people of the Roman Empire were united by the military and by the government.
True.
True or False: The new senatorial class was made up of the patricians and plebeians.
True.
True or False: The patricians enjoyed full citizenship.
True.
True or False: The persecution of the Jerusalem church started the missionary work of Christianity.
True.
True or False: The reign of peace begun by Caesar Augustus lasted more than two centuries.
True.
True or False: The term Pax Romana means Roman Peace (or Peace of Rome).
True.
True or False: The upper room was filled with the sound of a rushing mighty wind when the Holy Spirit was given.
True.
True or False: Tongues as of fire rested upon all those in the upper room when the Holy Spirit was given.
True.
True or False: When Peter had finished preaching on the day of Pentecost, about three thousand people accepted Jesus.
True.
Who did the Hellenists complain were being slighted in the daily distribution of food? Ministers. Widows. Elderly. Children.
Widows.
Facts of the Sadducees: Disappeared after the fall of Jerusalem. Denied doctrine of resurrection. Disappeared after the destruction of Israel. Opposed foreign influences. Concerned with outward observance of the Law. Rejected the traditions of the elders.
1. Disappeared after the fall of Jerusalem. 2. Denied doctrine of resurrection. 3. Rejected the traditions of the elders.
The city of Alexandria was: Made up of a large number of Jews, Greeks and Egyptians. The seat of government in Egypt at the time of Ptolemy. A great center of learning. Founded by Ptolemy.
1. Made up of a large number of Jews, Greeks and Egyptians. 2. The seat of government in Egypt at the time of Ptolemy. 3. A great center of learning.
David became the king of Israel around: 3200 B.C. 1200 B.C 800 B.C. 1000 B.C.
1000 B.C.
To assist Him in His ministry, Jesus chose _____ disciples. 11. 12. 10. 7.
12.
During the time of the early Roman Empire, approximately how many Jews lived in Palestine? 10,000. 2,500. 2,500,000.
2,500,000.
Legionnaires were Roman citizens who enlisted for _____ years.
20.
The Roman Empire was established by Caesar Augustus in _____ B.C. and lasted until Rome fell in A.D. _____.
27 B.C.; A.D. 476.
Jesus began His public ministry at the age of:
30.
How many days was Jesus tempted by the devil while fasting?
40.
After healing the lame man at the gate, Peter preached about the risen Christ. The number of men that believed was: 500. 3,000. 5,000. 1,000.
5,000.
Palestine came under Roman control in _____ B.C. and Judea became a province of the empire in A.D. 6.
63 B.C.
Rome was about how many years old when Jesus Christ was born? 700. 400. 275. 950.
700.
How many years was Israel free from harsh rule after the Maccabean revolt? 25 years. 30 years. 80 years. 140 years.
80 years.
Circumcision
A Jewish ritual performed when a boy is eight days old; a symbol of the covenant between God and Abraham.
Century
A body of soldiers in the ancient Roman army, probably consisting of 100 soldiers.
Who conquered Israel (the northern kingdom)?
Assyria.
Israel was conquered by the _____, who took Israel into exile about 721 B.C.
Assyrians.
The Hebrews in the early church were Palestinian Jews who spoke: Greek. Arabic. Aramaic. Egyptian.
Aramaic.
Because of the conversion of Cornelius, the Apostles took immediate steps to: Preach the resurrection of Christ to the Jews. Evangelize the world.
Evangelize the world.
Who restored the Torah?
Ezra.
True or False: Attached to every legion was an auxiliary made up of plebeians drafted for a 25-year term.
False.
True or False: In his preaching, Stephen emphasized the constant obedience of the Jewish people throughout history.
False.
True or False: None of those around the upper room were amazed at what they heard on the day of Pentecost.
False.
True or False: Paul returned to Jerusalem after the conversion of Cornelius to say that the barriers of race and nationality were broken down.
False.
True or False: Persecution resulted in the Christians lingering in Jerusalem.
False.
True or False: Peter was transformed just by the reading of the Scriptures.
False.
True or False: Peter's message was ignored by the people on the day of Pentecost.
False.
True or False: Saul was on the road to Emmaus at the time of his conversion.
False.
True or False: Saul would not admit that he persecuted believers unto death.
False.
True or False: Stephen blamed those who stoned him.
False.
True or False: The Gospel that Jesus taught was that God forgives all men of their sins.
False.
True or False: The Roman emperor when Jesus Christ was put to death was Pontius Pilate and the governor of Judea was Tiberius.
False.
True or False: The Roman republic maintained a fair system of taxation.
False.
True or False: The believers at Jerusalem readily welcomed Saul into their midst.
False.
True or False: The synagogue was further developed and strengthened by Nehemiah and his successors as a means of teaching the Torah.
False.
True or False: There was no visible or audible evidence that the Holy Spirit was given on the day of Pentecost.
False.
True or False: While Rome was a republic, it operated like a democracy in which everyone had equal rights.
False.
Match: Matthew. The Canaanite. Levi. Brother of John. Judas. Brother of James. Brother of Simon Peter. James. Traitor. Didymus. Nathaniel. Simon.
Levi.
In 63 B.C. civil war broke out in Israel, allowing the _____ Empire to take control of Palestine. Roman. Greek. Egyptian.
Roman.
The Colosseum was the great building in _____ in which "games" were played that resulted in the death of many Christians.
Rome.
The center of the Roman Empire was the city of:
Rome.
The leader or president of the assembly was called the _____ of the synagogue.
Ruler.
Philip went to _____ to preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Samaria.
The governing body of the Jews in Palestine was the _____, which means "to _____ together."
Sanhedrin; Sit.
Antiochus destroyed all the copies of the _____ that could be found and killed those who had possessed them.
Scripture.
The patricians and plebeians made up the new _____ class.
Senatorial.
After the Exile, the center of Jewish worship was in individual places of worship called _____.
Synagogues.
After the death of Alexander, the land of Palestine first came under the rule of _____, then the rule of _____.
Syria; Egypt.
Saul was from the city of: Caesarea. Joppa. Jerusalem. Tarsus.
Tarsus.
Before the Jewish exile in 586 B.C., the center of Jewish worship was in the _____ in the city of _____.
Temple; Jerusalem.
Foretold
Told beforehand; predicted; prophesied.
Match: Judas Iscariot. The Canaanite. Levi. Brother of John. Judas. Brother of James. Brother of Simon Peter. James. Traitor. Didymus. Nathaniel. Simon.
Traitor.
True or False: A person can only enter the kingdom of God through repentance and faith in Christ.
True.
Facts of the Pharisees: Believed the Law should be open to new interpretations. Believed in the resurrection. Were nationalists. Believed the soul perished with the body. Came from priestly families.
1. Believed the Law should be open to new interpretations. 2. Believed in the resurrection. 3. Were nationalists.
The government and military united the millions of people in the Roman Empire and _____ became the official language.
Latin.
Indignant
Angry at something unworthy, unjust, or mean.
After Peter healed the lame man at the gate, the high priest, _____, tried Peter.
Annas.
The main division of the Roman army was the _____, which included about 6,000 infantrymen and 120 cavalrymen.
Legion.
The disciples were first called Christians at:
Antioch.
Who was Barnabas assisted by in his work at Antioch?
Antioch.
Who defiled the Jewish Temple?
Antiochus.
_____ the Fourth was the Syrian leader who hated the Jews and tried to exterminate them and their religion.
Antiochus.
Memory Verse: Mark 1:15
"and saying, 'The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand; repent and believe in the gospel.'"
Absolute Monarchy
A government in which the ruler has complete control of all legislative, executive, and judicial powers.
Empire
A group of countries or states under one ruler or government.
Proselyte
A person who has been converted from one opinion or religious belief to another.
Maniple
A subdivision of the ancient Roman legion containing 60 to 120 men.
_____ the Great conquered lands that had been under dominion of Egypt, Assyria, Babylon and Persia
Alexander the Great.
By 331 B.C., all the lands that had been under the dominion of Egypt, Assyria, Babylon, and Persia had been conquered by _____ the Great.
Alexander.
During the time of the Roman Empire, the most important center for Jewish influence outside of Palestine was: Rome. Alexandria. Babylon.
Alexandria.
The Jewish center was _____.
Alexandria.
What indicated that all was not joy and peace in the early days of the local church? Complaints that widows were not being treated right. Ananias and Sapphira lied about their giving to the church. All of the above.
All of the above.
What was shared by the converts after the day of Pentecost? Meals and homes. Problems and joys. All of the above.
All of the above.
Aqueduct
An artificial channel or large pipe for bringing water from a distance.
Consul
An official who lives in a foreign city to look after the business interests and citizens of his own country.
Who conquered Judah (the southern kingdom)?
Babylon.
The first pastor of the Antioch church was:
Barnabas.
The two men from whom a replacement for Judas Iscariot was chosen were Matthias and _____.
Barsabas.
Match: John. The Canaanite. Levi. Brother of John. Judas. Brother of James. Brother of Simon Peter. James. Traitor. Didymus. Nathaniel. Simon.
Brother of James.
Match: James. The Canaanite. Levi. Brother of John. Judas. Brother of James. Brother of Simon Peter. James. Traitor. Didymus. Nathaniel. Simon.
Brother of John.
Match: Andrew. The Canaanite. Levi. Brother of John. Judas. Brother of James. Brother of Simon Peter. James. Traitor. Didymus. Nathaniel. Simon.
Brother of Simon Peter.
Alae
Cavalry units attached to auxiliary units of the Roman legion.
Who was the first emperor of Rome?
Ceaser Agustus.
Cyprus was famous for its:
Copper and timber.
Babylon was conquered by _____ who was the king of _____.
Cyrus; Persia.
Who did the Apostles choose to be servers during the daily distribution of food? Apostles. Widows. Bishops. Deacons.
Deacons.
Match: Thomas. The Canaanite. Levi. Brother of John. Judas. Brother of James. Brother of Simon Peter. James. Traitor. Didymus. Nathaniel. Simon.
Didymus.
The persecution of the church resulted in the: Dispersion of the church. Uniting of the church. Destruction of the church.
Dispersion of the church.
During the time of the Roman Empire, one million Jews lived in each of the areas of: Mesopotamia, Asia Minor and Greece. Egypt, Palestine and Asia Minor. Egypt, Mesopotamia and Asia Minor.
Egypt, Mesopotamia, and Asia Minor.
The Ptolemaic kings of _____ allowed the Jews to practice their religion. Egypt. Greece. Rome. Persia.
Egypt.
Jesus met two disciples on the road to the town of _____ after His resurrection.
Emmaus.
Peter saw a vision of animals that he considered _____.
Forbidden.
David reigned over Israel for about:
Forty years.
Patricians had _____ citizenship; while plebeians had _____ rights and could not hold _____.
Full; Fewer; Public office.
After their arrest by the religious officials, the Apostles were spared through the help of _____, a doctor of the law.
Gamaliel.
Cornelius was a: Gentile. Jew. Christian. Catholic.
Gentile.
The Old Testament was translated into: Hebrew in 250 B.C. and became known as the Holy Bible. Greek in 250 B.C. and became known as the Septuagint. Latin in 250 B.C. and became known as the canon.
Greek in 250 B.C. and became know as the Septuagint.
The Hellenists were Jews who spoke: Arabic. Greek. Aramaic. Egyptian.
Greek.
The common language during the Roman peace was _____.
Greek.
The early church was made up of two major groups, the: Syrians and Greeks. None of the above. Hebrews and Hellenists. Samaritans and Jews.
Hebrews and Hellenists.
The king of Palestine when Jesus Christ was born was _____ the Great.
Herod.
_____ the Great became king of Israel with Rome's approval, and rebuilt the _____ to obtain favor of the Jews.
Herod; Temple.
Ardent
Impassioned.
The northern kingdom of Israel was known as:
Israel.
Match: Son of Alphaeus. The Canaanite. Levi. Brother of John. Judas. Brother of James. Brother of Simon Peter. James. Traitor. Didymus. Nathaniel. Simon.
James.
Cyrus allowed some of the Jews to return to the city of _____ rebuild it.
Jerusalem.
After His resurrection, Jesus told His disciples to go to the city of _____ and wait there for the _____.
Jerusalem; Holy Spirit.
Peter and _____ healed a lame man at the temple gate.
John.
Peter was told to go from the city of _____ to preach to a military officer named _____.
Joppa; Cornelius.
Babylon took the kingdom of _____ into captivity in 586 B.C.
Judah.
The southern kingdom of Israel was known as:
Judah.
Match: Thaddaeus. The Canaanite. Levi. Brother of John. Judas. Brother of James. Brother of Simon Peter. James. Traitor. Didymus. Nathaniel. Simon.
Judas.
After Antiochus defiled the Temple, he built an altar to the god _____. Mars. Venus. Saturn. Jupiter.
Jupiter.
The church at Alexandria was founded by:
Mark.
The first person to see Jesus after His resurrection was:
Mary Magdalene.
Who lead the Maccabean revolt? Mattathias. Pilate. Herod the Great. Antiochus.
Mattathias.
_____ and, his son, _____ led Maccabean revolt.
Mattathias; Judas.
The disciples finally chose _____ to replace Judas Iscariot.
Matthias.
Most of the Roman Empire was lands surrounding which sea?
Mediterranean.
The Phoenicians were seamen who explored and traded around the _____ Sea.
Mediterranean.
Patrician
Member of the nobility of ancient Rome.
Match: Bartholomew. The Canaanite. Levi. Brother of John. Judas. Brother of James. Brother of Simon Peter. James. Traitor. Didymus. Nathaniel. Simon.
Nathaniel.
Republic
Nation or state in which the citizens elect representatives to the government; usually headed by a president.
In A.D. 64, the Emperor _____ condemned the Christians on a charge of setting fire to Rome.
Nero.
After the death of Solomon, Israel was divided into:
Northern and southern kingdoms.
Province
One of the main divisions of a country.
Cohort
One-tenth of a Roman legion; a group of three hundred to six hundred soldiers.
Saul thought he was doing the Lord a favor by: Dispersing the church. Joining the church. Building the church. Persecuting the church.
Persecuting the church.
Who conquered Babylon?
Persia.
The Sanhedrin was composed largely of the groups of men called the: Pharisees. Sadducees. High Priests. Council.
Pharisees and Sadducees.
The Roman governor at the time of Christ's death was _____.
Pilate.
_____ was the governor of Judea when Jesus died.
Pontius Pilate.
Peter and John were arrested for:
Preaching about Jesus' resurrection.
The Pharisees and the Sadducees were under the leadership of the high _____.
Priest.
When Alexander died, his empire was divided among which two generals along with a few others?
Ptolemy and Seleucus.
Cornelius and his family accepted Christ and: Received the Holy Spirit. Did not receive the Holy Spirit.
Received the Holy Spirit.
The Roman civilization lasted a thousand years; the first 500 years as a _____ and the last 500 years as an _____.
Republic; Empire.
Jesus returned to heaven to sit at the _____ hand of God.
Right.
Match: Peter. The Canaanite. Levi. Brother of John. Judas. Brother of James. Brother of Simon Peter. James. Traitor. Didymus. Nathaniel. Simon.
Simon.
Ezra and Nehemiah lived about the same time as the Greek philosopher _____.
Socrates.
David was succeeded as king by his son:
Solomon.
The seven deacons chosen were:
Stephen, Philip, Prochorus, Nicanor, Timon, Parmenas, and Nicolas, a proselyte from Antioch.
The first Christian martyr was: Andrew. Stephen. Peter. James.
Stephen.
Whose death launched the first widespread persecution against the church? Stephen. James. Peter. Andrew.
Stephen.
The persecution of the church was set off by the: Preaching of the Apostles. Crucifixion of Jesus. Stoning of Stephen.
Stoning of Stephen.
Match: Simon. The Canaanite. Levi. Brother of John. Judas. Brother of James. Brother of Simon Peter. James. Traitor. Didymus. Nathaniel. Simon.
The Canaanite.
Who was considered the leader of the Sanhedrin?
The High Priest.
Who was leading and guiding the disciples after the day of Pentecost?
The Holy Spirit.
What was the governing body of Jews in Palestine?
The Sanhedrin.
What was the Greek translation of the Old Testament called?
The Septuagint.
The Phoenicians introduced: The Christian faith to the Romans. The idea of trade to the Greeks. The alphabet to the Greeks.
The alphabet to the Greeks.
Peter attributed the healing power he used to the power of:
The risen Christ.
Why did the church members not go hungry in Jerusalem after the day of Pentecost?
Those who had food shared with those who did not.
The city of Rome was founded on the banks of which river?
Tiber.
Who was the emperor at the time of Jesus Christ's death?
Tiberius.