JAMB Christian Religious Studies 1980 Question 43

Question 43

Pentecost and the Early Church

The one who was added to make up the number of twelve was

  1. A.Paul
  2. B.Thaddaeus
  3. C.Matthew
  4. D.Matthias
  5. E.Barabbas.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (Matthias)

Explanation

Matthias was chosen by lot to replace Judas, making up the twelve (Acts 1:26).