Question 27
Concern for JudahBefore rebuilding the wall of Jerusalem, Nehemiah first
- A.confided in a few people with his plan.
- B.called a general meeting to assess the damage.
- C.studied and assessed the extent of damage.
- D.attacked the arch enemies of Judah.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: C (studied and assessed the extent of damage.)
Explanation
Before starting work, Nehemiah went out secretly by night and inspected the broken walls and burnt gates of Jerusalem (Nehemiah 2:12-15). He told no one his plan until he had seen the extent of the damage (2:16-17).