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Chapter 7: Acts of Apostles Flashcards

1
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Who is traditionally considered the author of the Acts of the Apostles? (Peter, Luke, Paul)

A

Luke

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What event marks the beginning of the Christian Church according to the Acts of Apostles? (The Ascension of Jesus, The Resurrection of Jesus, The Day of Pentecost)

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The Day of Pentecost

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Who was the first Christian martyr mentioned in the Acts of Apostles? (St. Paul, St. Peter, St. Stephen)

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St. Stephen

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What major event is described in Acts 15 regarding the inclusion of Gentile believers in the Christian community? (Baptism of Cornelius, Jerusalem Synod, Paul’s Conversion)

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Jerusalem Synod

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On which road did Saul encounter a vision of Jesus Christ that led to his conversion? (Road to Jerusalem, Road to Damascus, Road to Antioch)

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Road to Damascus

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Which apostle did deliver a powerful sermon on the Day of Pentecost, resulting in the conversion of about 3,000 people? (St. Paul, St. Stephen, St. Peter)

A

St. Peter

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True or False
The Acts of the Apostles was written as a sequel to the Gospel of Mark.

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False

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True or False
The Jerusalem Synod decided that Gentile believers were obligated to follow the Jewish laws, including circumcision.

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False

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True or False
The Day of Pentecost in Acts marked the arrival of the Holy Spirit on the disciples, empowering them to speak in different languages.

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True

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True or False
St. Stephen was stoned to death after being accused of blasphemy by Jewish authorities.

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True

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True or False
Saul’s conversion occurred while he was traveling to Corinth.

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False

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True or False
Paul primarily faced opposition from the Jewish authorities during his missionary journeys.

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True

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True or False
In the early church, prayer and the breaking of bread were integral parts of their community gatherings.

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True

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True or False
The Acts of the Apostles only focuses on the activities of Peter and Paul.

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False

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The Acts of the Apostles is the ______ book of the New Testament.

A

Fifth

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15
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The first Christian martyr described in Acts was ______.

A

St. Stephen

16
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Saul’s conversion took place on the road to ______.

A

Damascus

17
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The Acts of the Apostles narrates the missionary journeys of ______, who travelled to cities like Antioch, Ephesus, and Philippi.

A

St. Paul

18
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The Day of ______ marks the arrival of the Holy Spirit on the disciples, empowering them to spread the gospel.

A

Pentecost

19
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The decision made at the ______ Synod allowed Gentile believers to join the Christian community without adhering to all Jewish laws.

A

Jerusalem

20
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Acts frequently emphasizes the importance of ______ in the early Christian community’s gatherings.

A

Prayer

21
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The phrase “breaking of ______” is mentioned in Acts 2:42, indicating the early practice of the Eucharist or communal meals.

A

Bread

22
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What term is used in Acts of Apostles to refer to the early Christian practice of communal meals, including the Eucharist?

A

Breaking of Bread

23
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Who authored the Acts of the Apostles?

A

Luke

24
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What major event in Acts marks the beginning of the Christian Church?

A

Pentecost

25
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Who was the first Christian martyr?

A

St. Stephen

26
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What was Saul’s new name after his conversion?

A

Paul

27
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Which city was the location of the synod that decided the inclusion of Gentiles into the Christian community?

A

Jerusalem

28
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In which year was the Jerusalem Synod convened?

A

AD 50

29
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What form did the Holy Spirit take when descending upon the disciples on the Day of Pentecost?

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Tongues of Fire

30
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What was the result of St. Peter’s sermon on the Day of Pentecost?

A

3,000 people converted to Christianity

31
Q

What is referred by the term “breaking of bread” in Acts?

A

Eucharist

32
Q

Write the Bible Reference:
“They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer.”

A

Acts 2:42

33
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Answer in one or two sentences:
What happened on the Day of Pentecost?

A

On the day of Pentecost, the Holy Spirit, in the form of fired tongues, descended upon the disciples gathered in Jerusalem, empowering them with the ability to speak in different languages. The powerful sermon of Peter resulted in the conversion of about 3,000 people, and marked the beginning of the Christian Church.

34
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Answer in one or two sentences:
What was the outcome of the Jerusalem Synod described in Acts 15?

A

The Jerusalem Synod held in 50 AD decided that Gentile believers were not obligated to Jewish laws.

35
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Answer in one or two sentences:
Why is the conversion of Saul significant in Christianity?

A

Saul’s conversion to Paul is significant because he was transformed from a persecutor of Christians into one of the most influential apostles, spreading the gospel through his missionary journeys and letters, and establishing churches in many parts of the world.

36
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Answer in one or two sentences:
What was the role of prayer in the early Christian community?

A

Prayer was an integral part of their gatherings, both in times of decision-making (Acts 1: 24) and in times of persecution (Acts 4:24-31).

37
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Answer in a paragraph:
Explain Saul’s conversion as found in Acts 9?

A

The book describes the conversion of Saul to Paul after an encounter with Jesus Christ in his vision on his way to Damascus. He transformed from a church destructor to the church builder. Afterwards, he started preaching the Word through his missionary journeys to cities such as Antioch, Ephesus, Corinth, Philippi, Thessalonica, and others, where he established churches, but had to face various trails and opposition.

38
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Describe the life of St. Stephen, the chief among deacons?

A

The illustrious St Stephen, chief among deacons, is regarded as the first Christian martyr and plays a prominent role in Acts chapters 6 and 7. He was a man full of faith and Holy Spirit and was chosen as one of the seven men to look after Hellenists widows of Christian community in Jerusalem. His preaching and performing miracles in Jesus’s name invited Jewish opposition. Stephen was accused of blasphemy and stoned to death. During his death, he prayed for forgiveness for those who were killing him, echoing Jesus’ words on the cross.

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