Gospel of Mark Quiz

When was the Gospel of Mark believed to have been written?

• AD20-30

• AD45-50

• AD55-70

• AD80-90

What significant event happened around the time the Gospel of Mark was written?

• The resurrection of Christ

• The fall of Rome

• The destruction of Herod's Temple

• The birth of Jesus

Who, along with Paul, was preaching the Gospel in Rome according to Irenaeus?

• Peter

• John

• Paul

• Luke

Who is believed to be the primary source for the Gospel of Mark?

• Paul

• Peter

• John

• Barnabas

What distinctive feature of the Gospel of Mark, often attributed to Peter's education, sets it apart from the other Gospels,

• Its polished grammar

• Its focus on theology

• Its rough grammar

• Its inclusion of Greek philosophy

What occupation is Peter most associated with in the Gospels?

• Teacher

• Fisherman

• Carpenter

• Physician

Which of the following is NOT true about Mark?

• He was one of the original 12 disciples

• He was a close companion of Paul

• He traveled with Barnabas

• He knew Dr. Luke

What is suggested by scholars about the relationship between Mark and Peter?

• Peter was Mark's father

• Peter was the eyewitness behind Mark's Gospel

• Peter corrected Mark's writings

• Peter and Mark never met

What role did Dr. Luke play in relation to Paul?

• He was Paul's disciple

• He was a physician

• He was Paul's servant

• He was Paul's teacher

Which Gospel is believed to have been the earliest written?

• Luke

• John

• Matthew

• Mark