Question

1. what were jesus closest students called?

a. pupils
b. disciples
c. fishermen
d. friends

1. what did many christians expect soon after the ascension of jesus?

a. they expected a flood.
b. they expected jesus to return right away.
c. they expected the romans to be nicer.
d. they expected to become rich.

Explanation:

1. In Christian religious tradition, Jesus' closest students who followed and learned from him are specifically referred to as disciples. While "pupils" is a general term for students, "disciples" is the specific term used in this context. "Fishermen" describes the occupation of some of these followers, not the group as a whole, and "friends" is a general relational term, not the formal label for his students.
2. After Jesus' ascension, a core belief among early Christians was the imminent Second Coming, meaning they expected Jesus to return right away. The other options do not align with early Christian eschatological beliefs.

Answer:

1. B. disciples
2. B. They expected Jesus to return right away.