Book of Mormon as Literature | Family Tree & Potential Sources

What is the primary reason some academics consider Mormonism a separate religion from Christianity?

• It has a different set of moral values.

• It introduces an entirely new set of scriptures.

• It does not believe in Jesus Christ.

• It originated in a different geographical region.

What is the subtitle of the Book of Mormon?

• Another Testament of Jesus Christ

• The Final Testament

• The Lost Testament

• The New Testament

Who becomes the leader after Lehi's death in the Book of Mormon?

• Laman

• Ishmael

• Nephi

• Jacob

Which group in the Book of Mormon is portrayed as the 'bad guys'?

• Lamanites

• Mulekites

• Nephites

• Jaredites

What was Joseph Smith's occupation before he claimed to have found the golden plates?

• Treasure hunter and scryer

• Blacksmith

• Farmer

• Carpenter

What is the name of the angel who showed Joseph Smith the location of the golden plates?

• Moroni

• Raphael

• Michael

• Gabriel

What was the main issue with the first 116 pages of the Book of Mormon?

• They were destroyed in a fire.

• They were stolen by a rival.

• They were lost by Joseph Smith's helper.

• They were never written.

Which book is often cited as a possible influence on the Book of Mormon?

• The Great Gatsby

• View of the Hebrews

• The Odyssey

• The Divine Comedy

What is the largest Mormon denomination today?

• Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints

• Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints

• Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints

• Community of Christ

Which book by Grant Palmer is recommended for those interested in a cultural perspective on Mormon origins?

• Mormon Doctrine

• An Insider's View of Mormon Origins

• The Book of Mormon: A Biography

• The Mormon Experience