Pontius Pilate
  • 1. Which event is Pontius Pilate most famously associated with?
A) The crucifixion of Jesus
B) The baptism of Jesus
C) The sermon on the mount
D) The resurrection of Jesus
  • 2. According to the Gospels, how did Pilate attempt to absolve himself of responsibility?
A) He washed his hands
B) He fled Jerusalem
C) He condemned Jesus himself
D) He put it to a vote
  • 3. Which Roman Emperor was in power during Pilate's governance?
A) Caligula
B) Tiberius
C) Augustus
D) Nero
  • 4. Which Jewish festival was occurring during Jesus' trial?
A) Pentecost
B) Tabernacles
C) Passover
D) Hanukkah
  • 5. Who did Pilate release instead of Jesus?
A) Barabbas
B) Simon
C) Matthew
D) Lazarus
  • 6. How is Pilate viewed in Christian theology?
A) As a figure of moral conflict
B) As a hero
C) As a villain only
D) As a martyr
  • 7. What was Pilate's primary concern during the trial?
A) The opinions of the Pharisees
B) The truth of the accusations
C) Maintaining order and avoiding unrest
D) Justice for Jesus
  • 8. Which Gospel contains the most detailed account of Pilate's interaction with Jesus?
A) Mark
B) Matthew
C) Luke
D) John
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