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