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