The Gospel of Mark

Who is traditionally believed to be the author of the Gospel of Mark?

• Mark

• Luke

• John

• Matthew

According to the text, what is the only time Mark explicitly states his opinion about Jesus?

• During the crucifixion

• During the Last Supper

• At the end of the book

• At the beginning of the book

During which event did Jesus cleanse the temple in Jerusalem?

• The Feast of Tabernacles

• The Passover

• The Feast of Weeks

• The Day of Atonement

What is the primary focus of act 1 in the story of Jesus according to Mark?

• Jesus' childhood in Nazareth

• Jesus' teachings in Jerusalem

• Jesus' resurrection

• Jesus' baptism and the beginning of His ministry

Who confirms Jesus' divinity at the beginning of the narrative?

• A Roman centurion

• A Jewish priest

• A disciple

• A scribe

What does the abrupt ending of the gospel of Mark imply about the author's intention?

• It implies that Mark wanted to leave the story unfinished

• It implies that Mark wanted to signify the end of the story

• It implies that Mark wanted the reader to ponder over Jesus's claim

• It implies that Mark lost the original ending

What is the main message of the gospel of Mark according to the text?

• The birth of Jesus

• The miracles of Jesus

• The suffering, crucified and risen Jesus as the Messiah

• The teachings of Jesus

Who is the ancient prophet mentioned in the text who said that God would send messengers in Israel to prepare them for when God would show up himself to rescue His people?

• Isaiah

• Jeremiah

• Ezekiel

• Daniel

What was the disciples' reaction when Jesus mentioned that the Son of Man came to serve and give His life as a ransom for many?

• They were confused and scared

• They accepted and understood

• They were joyful and excited

• They were angry and disbelieving

What is the significance of Jesus' last Passover meal with the disciples?

• It represents the beginning of Jesus' reign as a military King

• It foreshadows Jesus' resurrection

• It signifies the end of Jesus' ministry

• It symbolizes the liberation from sin and death through the death of the Passover lamb