"As Sure as the Dawn" Quiz
A German gladiator and a Christian woman journey across ancient Rome seeking freedom, faith, and a place to belong.
christian fiction | 520 pages | Published in 1995
Play the quiz
Test your knowledge about the book "As Sure as the Dawn". We have come up with 10 quiz questions for the book. Hit play and start testing your knowledge. Each correctly answered question gives one point.
10 questions available
Essay questions
These essay questions are meant to be used as a starting point for your essay or research paper.
- Discuss the transformation of Atretes throughout 'As Sure as the Dawn.' What factors contribute most significantly to his character development?
- Analyze the role of faith in the lives of the main characters. How does faith influence their decisions and interactions?
- Examine the relationship between Atretes and Rizpah. How does their dynamic evolve over the course of the novel?
- In what ways does the novel portray the clash between Roman and Christian values? Provide specific examples.
- How does Francine Rivers use historical context to enhance the narrative? Discuss the accuracy and impact of the Roman setting.
- Consider the theme of parenthood in 'As Sure as the Dawn.' How do different characters approach their roles as parents or guardians?
- Discuss the significance of forgiveness in the novel. Which characters struggle with forgiveness, and what are the consequences?
- Analyze how the journey motif shapes the story. What does the physical journey represent on a symbolic or spiritual level?
- How does Rizpah's faith challenge and affect those around her, especially Atretes?
- Explore the concept of identity in 'As Sure as the Dawn.' How do characters grapple with questions of self and belonging?
- What role does suffering play in the spiritual development of the characters? Provide examples from the text.
- Compare and contrast the leadership styles of Atretes and other authority figures in the novel.
- How does Francine Rivers address the themes of love and sacrifice? Which characters embody these themes most fully?
- Discuss the importance of community in the novel. How do different communities support or hinder the protagonists?
- Evaluate the ending of 'As Sure as the Dawn.' Was it satisfying? Why or why not?





