Saul of Tarsus Quiz

Where was Saul, later known as St. Paul, born?

• Jerusalem

• Tarsus

• Nazareth

• Bethlehem

What languages did Saul learn while growing up in his Jewish community?

• Latin and Greek

• Aramaic and Greek

• Hebrew and Latin

• Aramaic and Hebrew

Under whom did Saul study when he went to Jerusalem?

• Peter

• John

• Gamaliel

• Matthew

What was Saul's family status in terms of Roman citizenship?

• They were not citizens

• They had partial citizenship

• They had special Roman citizenship

• They were foreign diplomats

What group did Saul learn about that caused division among Jews when he returned to Jerusalem at around 30 years old?

• The Pharisees

• The Essenes

• The followers of Jesus

• The Zealots

Why did Saul disagree with the followers of Jesus?

• He thought they were too peaceful

• He believed they were wrong about Jesus being the Messiah

• He agreed with their teachings but disliked their methods

• He was indifferent to their beliefs

Who was Stephen in relation to the Jesus Movement?

• A critic

• A leader

• A follower

• A Roman official

What accusation was made against Stephen that led to his death?

• Theft

• Blasphemy

• Treason

• Corruption

How did Saul react to Stephen's death?

• He was indifferent

• He was pleased

• He was saddened

• He tried to defend Stephen

What effect did witnessing Stephen's death have on Saul's actions towards the Jesus Movement?

• He became less interested

• He became supportive

• He became more determined to stop it

• He left Jerusalem