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