Midterm Quiz a

What is the central truth-claim of Christianity according to the text?

• The resurrection of Christ

• The existence of God

• The authority of the Bible

• The teachings of Jesus

What did Paul say about the Christian faith if Jesus is not risen from the dead?

• It is based on falsehood

• It is empty and meaningless

• It is a matter of personal belief

• It is a historical myth

What was the purpose of securing the gravesite according to the Jewish leaders?

• To ensure the disciples could not steal the body

• To fulfill a prophecy

• To honor Jesus's memory

• To prevent Jesus from escaping

How many people did Paul claim had seen the resurrected Christ at one time?

• 500

• 100

• 1000

• 250

What significant change did the apostles undergo after the resurrection?

• They became wealthy

• They lost their faith

• They became courageous witnesses

• They returned to their old jobs

What theory suggests that Jesus did not really die but only fainted?

• The Swoon Theory

• The Theft Theory

• The Hallucination Theory

• The Spiritual Resurrection Theory

Which theory claims that the appearances of Jesus were not real but someone impersonating him?

• The Swoon Theory

• The Theft Theory

• The Mistaken Tomb Theory

• The Impersonation Theory

What does the Spiritual Resurrection Theory propose?

• The resurrection was a mass hallucination

• Jesus's resurrection was purely spiritual

• The resurrection was a myth

• Jesus rose physically from the dead

What is one reason the Theft Theory is considered implausible?

• The Romans were indifferent

• The Jewish leaders wanted the body

• The tomb was sealed and guarded

• The disciples were too brave

What does the existence of the church argue for according to the text?

• The resurrection of Christ

• The need for faith

• The teachings of the apostles

• The authority of the Bible