WAEC Christian Religious Studies 1997 Question 32

Question 32

Pentecost and the Early Church

The discipleship of Judas Iscariot had to be taken by another so that

  1. A.the disciples might forget Judas' treachery
  2. B.Matthias could replace him
  3. C.Barabas could take his place
  4. D.the scripture would be fulfilled
  5. E.the disciples might have closer relationship.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (the scripture would be fulfilled)

Explanation

Peter said the scripture had to be fulfilled: "His office let another take" (Acts 1:16, 20).