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