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Understanding the Bible: Sixth Edition, 6/e
Stephen Harris, California State University--Sacramento

The Books of the New Testament: The Gospels
Mark

True or False



1

Mark is the oldest surviving Christian text.
A)True
B)False
2

Jesus' ministry lasts three years according to Mark's chronology.
A)True
B)False
3

Jesus publicly declares he is the Messiah at the very beginning of his ministry in Mark.
A)True
B)False
4

Mark's emphasis on Jesus' exorcisms is a way of stressing that the Son of God has come and the Kingdom of God is at hand.
A)True
B)False
5

Some scholars view Mark as a modified apocalypse.
A)True
B)False
6

Central to Mark's Christology is the notion that Jesus must suffer and die.
A)True
B)False
7

According to Mark, Jesus' family (his mother and brothers) are certain that he is the Messiah and supporters of his ministry.
A)True
B)False
8

Jesus' last words on the cross in Mark are "It is finished."
A)True
B)False
9

Mark mentions only women as those of Jesus' followers who witness his crucifixion.
A)True
B)False
10

Mark concludes with Jesus' resurrection from the dead.
A)True
B)False