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JAMB Christian Religious Studies 1978 Question 49

Question 49

Trial and Death of Jesus

Who was released by Pilate in place of Jesus?

  1. A.Herod
  2. B.Nicodemus
  3. C.Joseph of Arimathea
  4. D.Barabbas
  5. E.Cleopas.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (Barabbas)

Explanation

The crowd asked for Barabbas, so Pilate released him and handed Jesus over to be crucified (Mark 15:15).