Encountering the New Testament - Week 2

Lecture Notes

Exploring the historical and cultural background of the New Testament.

Reading Assignment

Read Chapter 2 of *Encountering the New Testament*.

Quiz

1. Which of the following was a dominant political power during the time of the New Testament?
Roman Empire
Persian Empire
Egyptian Empire
Greek Empire

2. What language was predominantly spoken in Judea during the time of Jesus?
Greek
Aramaic
Latin
Hebrew

3. Who was the ruling king of Judea during the birth of Jesus?
Herod the Great
Pontius Pilate
Caesar Augustus
Alexander the Great

4. What was the main purpose of the Roman roads?
Military Conquest
Trade and Commerce
Religious Pilgrimages
Entertainment

5. The Pax Romana refers to:
Roman Peace
Roman War
Roman Rebellion
Roman Law

Writing Activity

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