JAMB Christian Religious Studies 1997 Question 29

Question 29

Triumphal Entry and Cleansing of the Temple

According to Matthew, Jesus entered Jerusalem riding

  1. A.a horse and a donkey
  2. B.an ass and a horse
  3. C.a colt and a donkey
  4. D.an ass and a colt.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (an ass and a colt.)

Explanation

Matthew says the disciples brought the ass and the colt, fulfilling Zechariah's prophecy (Matthew 21:2–7).