Early Christian Apologetics and the Defense of the Faith - Test
  • 1. Who is considered the first Christian apologist?
A) Justin Martyr
B) Athanasius
C) Tertullian
D) Irenaeus
  • 2. What was the primary goal of early Christian apologetics?
A) To defend the faith against objections
B) To create liturgical practices
C) To write theological treaties
D) To establish church hierarchy
  • 3. What was a common charge against early Christians?
A) Polytheism
B) Idolatry
C) Heresy
D) Atheism
  • 4. Which apologist emphasized the importance of martyrdom?
A) Tertullian
B) Origen
C) Irenaeus
D) Clement of Alexandria
  • 5. Who wrote 'Against Heresies'?
A) Tertullian
B) Irenaeus
C) Clement of Alexandria
D) Origen
  • 6. What is the name of Origen's work that addressed Christian teachings and ethics?
A) The City of God
B) On First Principles
C) Against Celsus
D) The Apology
  • 7. What was the main subject of the 'Apology' by Justin Martyr?
A) Defense of church structure
B) Defense of Christian ethics
C) Defense against pagan accusations
D) Defense of the resurrection
  • 8. Which early Christian writer emphasized the role of reason in faith?
A) Irenaeus
B) Clement of Alexandria
C) Justin Martyr
D) Tertullian
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