Gospels Of Mark And Luke - An Introduction

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    Marks favorite word is "immediately"

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  • 2. 

    Luke was a well-educated man

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The given statement states that Luke was a well-educated man. The word "True" indicates that the statement is correct. Therefore, it can be inferred that Luke was indeed a well-educated man.

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  • 3. 

    Marks is the shortest of all the Gospels

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The statement is true because the Gospel of Mark is indeed the shortest among the four canonical Gospels in the New Testament. It contains fewer chapters and verses compared to the Gospels of Matthew, Luke, and John. The brevity of Mark's Gospel is often attributed to its concise and fast-paced narrative style, focusing more on the actions and events of Jesus' ministry rather than lengthy teachings or discourses.

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  • 4. 

    Mark was the last to write a Gospel

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The correct answer is False. This statement is incorrect because the Gospel of John is believed to have been written after the other three Gospels (Matthew, Mark, and Luke). Therefore, Mark was not the last to write a Gospel.

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  • 5. 

    Luke was a tent maker.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement "Luke was a tent maker" is false. There is no evidence or information provided to support this claim. Therefore, we can conclude that the correct answer is False.

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  • 6. 

    Most scholars believ that the naked young man in Mark's Gospel refers to Jesus' brother

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement contradicts the widely accepted belief among scholars that the naked young man in Mark's Gospel refers to someone other than Jesus' brother.

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  • 7. 

    Luke had information that none of the other Gospel writers had.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Luke had information that none of the other Gospel writers had. This suggests that Luke's Gospel contains unique and distinct information that is not found in the other Gospel accounts. This could be attributed to Luke's personal experiences, research, or access to different sources. Therefore, the statement "Luke had information that none of the other Gospel writers had" is true.

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  • 8. 

    Saint Paul calls Luke

    • The beloved disciple

    • My son

    • The disciple that Jesus loved

    • The beloved physician

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. The beloved physician
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "The beloved physician." This is because the phrase "the beloved physician" refers to Luke, who was a disciple of Saint Paul and also a physician. Saint Paul refers to Luke as his beloved disciple and also highlights his profession as a physician.

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  • 9. 

    When Luke wrote his gospel:

    • Many other narrations had already been written

    • No other gospels had yet been written

    • Many people had asked him to write down what he knew

    • He was new to the Christian faith

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Many other narrations had already been written
    Explanation
    The correct answer is that many other narrations had already been written. This suggests that Luke's gospel was not the first account of Jesus' life and teachings. It implies that there were already existing written sources that Luke could refer to when composing his gospel.

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  • 10. 

    Who were Luke's main audience?

    • Jews in Jerusalem

    • Gentile Christians

    • Christians in Rome

    • Jews in Rome

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Gentile Christians
    Explanation
    Luke's main audience were Gentile Christians. This can be inferred from the fact that Luke's Gospel emphasizes the universal message of Jesus and his teachings, making it particularly relevant and appealing to non-Jewish believers. Additionally, Luke's Gospel includes stories and teachings that highlight the inclusive nature of Jesus' ministry, reaching out to people from all backgrounds and cultures. Therefore, it can be concluded that Gentile Christians were Luke's primary target audience.

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  • 11. 

    John Mark was a disciple of Paul

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    John Mark was not a disciple of Paul. In the Bible, John Mark is mentioned as a companion of Paul and Barnabas during their missionary journey, but he later left them and returned to Jerusalem. Paul and Barnabas had a disagreement about taking John Mark on their next journey, which resulted in them parting ways. However, John Mark later proved himself and became a valuable companion of the apostle Peter. Therefore, the statement that John Mark was a disciple of Paul is false.

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  • 12. 

    Mark got the material for his Gospel from:

    • Personal first hand experience

    • Peter

    • Paul

    • The source called "Q"

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Peter
    Explanation
    Mark got the material for his Gospel from Peter. This suggests that Mark relied on Peter as a primary source of information for his Gospel. It implies that Mark either personally witnessed or received direct accounts from Peter regarding the events and teachings of Jesus. This explanation is supported by the fact that Mark's Gospel contains specific details and anecdotes that are attributed to Peter. Therefore, it can be concluded that Peter played a significant role in shaping the content of Mark's Gospel.

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  • 13. 

    Marks favorite word(s) is/are:

    • Immediately

    • And then

    • Jesus

    • That is how it happened

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Immediately
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Immediately" because the question asks for Mark's favorite word(s). Out of the given options, "Immediately" is the only word that could be someone's favorite. The other options are common phrases or names, which are less likely to be someone's favorite word(s).

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  • 14. 

    Who were Marks main audience?

    • Jews in Jerusalem

    • Gentile Christians

    • Christians in Rome

    • Jews in Rome

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Christians in Rome
    Explanation
    Mark's main audience were Christians in Rome. This is because the Gospel of Mark was written specifically for the Christian community in Rome, addressing their needs, concerns, and beliefs. The Gospel of Mark focuses on presenting Jesus as the Son of God and the Messiah, emphasizing his teachings, miracles, and ultimately his crucifixion and resurrection. The themes and language used in the Gospel of Mark are tailored to resonate with the Christian community in Rome, making them the main intended audience for this text.

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  • 15. 

    The Gospel according to Saint Luke emphasizes:

    • The actions of the disciples

    • Jesus' ministry to all nations

    • Miracles of Jesus

    • The action of the Holy Spirit and the meaning of prayer in Christ's Ministry

    • B and D above

    Correct Answer
    A. B and D above
    Explanation
    The Gospel according to Saint Luke emphasizes both the actions of the disciples and the action of the Holy Spirit and the meaning of prayer in Christ's Ministry. Luke focuses on the disciples' role in spreading the teachings of Jesus and their actions in carrying out his mission. Additionally, Luke highlights the presence and work of the Holy Spirit in Jesus' ministry and the importance of prayer in connecting with God. This emphasis on both discipleship and the role of the Holy Spirit distinguishes Luke's Gospel and contributes to its unique perspective.

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  • 16. 

    Christian teachers believe that Luke got his stories about the conception, birth, and infancy of Jesus from:

    • Joseph

    • Peter

    • Mark

    • Matthew

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. None of the above
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "None of the above" because Luke, who was not an eyewitness to the events, likely gathered information about the conception, birth, and infancy of Jesus from various sources, including oral traditions, written accounts, and possibly interviews with individuals who were present during those events. It is unlikely that he solely relied on Joseph, Peter, Mark, or Matthew for his information.

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