58 questions. Try each one, then open the answer to check yourself and read the explanation.
The caravan of Ishmaelites that bought Joseph traded in
Answer: A (balm, gum and myrrh.)
The Ishmaelites' camels carried gum, balm and myrrh to Egypt (Genesis 37:25).
Before Joseph came to Pharaoh after his release from prison, Joseph
Answer: D (shaved and changed his clothes.)
"He had shaved himself and changed his clothes" before coming to Pharaoh (Genesis 41:14).
How long was the famine before Joseph reconciled with his brothers?
Answer: B (2 years)
"The famine has been in the land these two years" (Genesis 45:6).
Which of the following was not an excuse Moses gave when he was called to deliver the Israelites?
Answer: C (He was a murderer)
Moses said "Who am I?", "they will not believe me" and "I am slow of speech" (Exodus 3:11; 4:1, 10), but never mentioned the killing.
As soon as the Egyptians caught up with the Israelites at the Red sea, the pillar of clouds
Answer: C (stood between the Israelites and the Egyptians.)
The pillar of cloud moved behind them, coming between the camp of Egypt and Israel (Exodus 14:19-20).
One of the spies Moses sent to the land of Canaan from the tribe of Reuben was
Answer: B (Shammua.)
"From the tribe of Reuben, Shammua the son of Zaccur" (Numbers 13:4).
Why does the Lord bring us into this land, to fall by the sword? Our wives and our little ones will become a prey;….On which occasion was this statement made? When the
Answer: C (spies gave adverse report)
After the spies' bad report, the people wept and said this (Numbers 13:31–14:3).
Barak who was asked by Deborah to organize troops to fight the canaanites was the son of
Answer: D (Abinoam.)
"Barak the son of Abinoam" (Judges 4:6).
You shall invest him with some of your authority, that all the congregation of the people of Israel may obey. This instruction was given in connection with the
Answer: A (appointment of Joshua to succeed Moses)
God said this to Moses about Joshua (Numbers 27:18-20).
Why do you do such thing? For I hear of your evil dealings from all the people. No my sons; it is no good report that I hear:…The sons being addressed were children of
Answer: D (Eli.)
Eli rebuked his sons Hophni and Phinehas with these words (1 Samuel 2:23-24).
At the time Samuel was ministering to the Lord under Eli,
Answer: B (the word of God was rare with no frequent vision.)
"The word of the Lord was rare in those days; there was no frequent vision" (1 Samuel 3:1).
Through meditation, the book of the law became Joshua's source of
Answer: C (prosperity and success.)
Meditating on the law would make Joshua's way prosperous and give good success (Joshua 1:8).
Israel lost 30,000 soldiers in a battle with the Philistines because
Answer: C (of the sins of Eli's sons.)
God had warned that Eli's house would be judged for his sons' sins; Israel was defeated and the ark taken (1 Samuel 2:34; 4:10-11).
The reaction of Saul's armour-bearer after the death of his master amounted to
Answer: D (loyalty.)
He fell on his own sword and died with Saul (1 Samuel 31:5).
When David and Abishai went to the camp of Saul at Ziph, Saul and his men were fast asleep because
Answer: D (the Lord allowed a deep sleep to fall on them.)
"A deep sleep from the Lord had fallen upon them" (1 Samuel 26:12).
The child David had with Uriah's wife fell sick and died within
Answer: A (seven days.)
"On the seventh day the child died" (2 Samuel 12:18).
After Solomon had the dream at Gibeon, the Lord promised to lengthen his days on the condition that he would
Answer: D (walk in his ways.)
"If you will walk in my ways… then I will lengthen your days" (1 Kings 3:14).
The King of Tyre who supported King solomon with timber for the building of the temple was
Answer: A (Hiram.)
Hiram king of Tyre supplied cedar and cypress (1 Kings 5:1-10).
God decided not to divide the kingdom of Israel during the reign of Solomon because
Answer: C (of God's love for David.)
"For the sake of David your father I will not do it in your days" (1 Kings 11:12).
The kingdom of Israel was divided during the reign of Rehoboam because, he
Answer: A (followed his father's tyranny.)
Rehoboam refused to lighten Solomon's heavy yoke and promised to make it heavier (1 Kings 12:13-16).
Yes what they are building if a fox goes up on it he will break down their stone wall! This remark made by Tobiah was intended to
Answer: D (ridicule the Jews.)
Tobiah mocked the Jews' work, saying even a fox would break their wall (Nehemiah 4:1-3).
Which of the following people led the rebuilding of the temple in Jerusalem after the Jews returned from exile?
Answer: D (Zerubbabel and Jeshua)
"Zerubbabel… and Jeshua… arose and began to rebuild the house of God" (Ezra 5:2; 3:8).
Two kings of Persia who passed the decrees to bring about the rebuilding of the temple in Jerusalem were
Answer: B (Darius and Cyrus.)
Cyrus issued the first decree and Darius renewed it (Ezra 1:1-4; 6:1-12).
The Jew who came from exile to Jerusalem to study the law of the Lord and teach others was
Answer: D (Ezra.)
"Ezra had set his heart to study the law of the Lord, and to do it, and to teach his statutes" (Ezra 7:10).
According to Luke's gospel, when the Devil had ended the temptation of Jesus, the Devil departed
Answer: B (to work out a better strategy.)
"He departed from him until an opportune time" — the devil would return to tempt Him again (Luke 4:13).
Jesus stood in a boat belonging to Peter by the lake of Gennesaret to
Answer: D (teach the crowd.)
Jesus sat in Simon's boat and taught the crowd from it (Luke 5:1-3).
The gospel which states that the spirit immediately drove Jesus into the wilderness after His baptism to be tempted is
Answer: A (Mark's gospel)
"The Spirit immediately drove him out into the wilderness" (Mark 1:12).
According to Mark's gospel, Jesus was baptized by John the Baptist after He came from
Answer: C (Nazareth.)
"Jesus came from Nazareth of Galilee and was baptized by John" (Mark 1:9).
What was Jesus' response to the would-be disciple who wanted to bury his father?
Answer: D (Follow me and leave the dead to bury their own dead)
"Follow me, and leave the dead to bury their own dead" (Matthew 8:21-22).
My soul is very sorrowful, even to death, remain here and watch with me…. Jesus made this statement to
Answer: A (Peter, James and John.)
Jesus took Peter and the two sons of Zebedee with Him (Matthew 26:37-38).
According to Jesus, a major condition for discipleship is to
Answer: D (renounce all that one has.)
"Whoever of you does not renounce all that he has cannot be my disciple" (Luke 14:33).
Peter wept after he had denied Jesus because he was
Answer: D (feeling ashamed for the betrayal.)
Remembering Jesus' words, Peter went out and wept bitterly for denying Him (Matthew 26:75).
Have you come out as a robber with swords and clubs to capture me? This statement was made by Jesus
Answer: A (in the garden of Gethsemane.)
Jesus said this at His arrest in Gethsemane (Matthew 26:55).
Jesus' enemies accused him of perverting the nation, forbidding the payment of tribute to Caesar and claiming to be a king before
Answer: C (Pilate.)
They brought these charges before Pilate (Luke 23:1-2).
What prompted Pilate to send Jesus to Herod for trial? Pilate
Answer: B (Knew Jesus came from Herod's jurisdiction)
"When he learned that he belonged to Herod's jurisdiction, he sent him over to Herod" (Luke 23:6-7).
The women who visited the tomb of Jesus on the first day according to Luke's gospel were
Answer: A (Mary Magdalene, Joana and Mary the mother of James.)
"Mary Magdalene and Joanna and Mary the mother of James" (Luke 24:10).
What punishment was given to the unmerciful servant by the king in Jesus' teaching on forgiveness?
Answer: D (He was imprisoned)
The lord delivered him to the jailers till he should pay all his debt (Matthew 18:34).
Judas Iscariot lost his position as a disciple of Jesus because he
Answer: C (committed suicide.)
Judas went and hanged himself (Matthew 27:5).
When Peter and John were set free by the Sanhedrin, they were
Answer: A (asked not to speak about Jesus again.)
They charged them not to speak or teach in the name of Jesus (Acts 4:18).
Why did you go to uncircumcised men and eat with them? The uncircumcised men in the context were
Answer: D (Cornelius and his family)
This criticism was about Peter's visit to Cornelius' household (Acts 11:2-3).
But be doers of the word not hearers only. This text according to James implies that Christians should
Answer: A (reflect their faith in their lifestyles.)
Faith must show in what we do (James 1:22-25; 2:18).
Discrimination in the daily distribution of relief items in the early church came up when the
Answer: A (Hellenists complained about neglect of their widows.)
"The Hellenists murmured against the Hebrews because their widows were neglected" (Acts 6:1).
What happened to Saul while in the house of Judas in the street called Straight?
Answer: D (The regaining of his sight through Ananias)
Ananias laid hands on him there and he regained his sight (Acts 9:11, 17-18).
Herod Agrippa's killing of James and subsequent arrest of Peter was an attempt to
Answer: C (win the confidence of the Jews.)
Herod arrested Peter when he saw that killing James pleased the Jews (Acts 12:1-3).
James states that the sick should be interceded for by the Elders but those who are suffering should
Answer: D (pray themselves.)
"Is any one among you suffering? Let him pray" (James 5:13).
In his teaching on faith and works, James says that people should be quick to hear, slow to speak and
Answer: D (slow to anger.)
"Be quick to hear, slow to speak, slow to anger" (James 1:19).
Peter holds the view that servants should be submissive and be respectful to masters who are good and gentle as well as to those who are
Answer: C (overbearing.)
"Not only to the kind and gentle but also to the overbearing" (1 Peter 2:18).
Peter is of the opinion that Christians should behave like new born babies craving for pure spiritual milk so that
Answer: A (they will have salvation.)
"That by it you may grow up to salvation" (1 Peter 2:2).
Peter advised the leaders of the church not to lord their eldership over their members but should rather
Answer: C (lead them with good example.)
"Not as domineering over those in your charge but being examples to the flock" (1 Peter 5:3).
Section A (Themes from the Old Testament)
(a) Highlight the contributions of Cyrus to the return of the Jews from exile. (b) State three measures a nation can take to prevent God's wrath.
(a) In his first year, God stirred up the spirit of Cyrus king of Persia to fulfil Jeremiah's prophecy (Ezra 1:1).
He issued a written proclamation through his kingdom (Ezra 1:1).
He acknowledged that the God of heaven had given him the kingdoms and charged him to build Him a house in Jerusalem (Ezra 1:2).
He allowed any of God's people to go up to Jerusalem and rebuild the temple (Ezra 1:3).
He told their neighbours to help them with silver, gold, goods, beasts and freewill offerings (Ezra 1:4).
He returned the temple vessels Nebuchadnezzar had taken, counted out to Sheshbazzar (Ezra 1:7-11).
His decree was later found and confirmed by Darius, with costs paid from the royal treasury (Ezra 6:3-12).
(b) Any three: national repentance and prayer; justice and fairness to all; fighting corruption and immorality; caring for the poor; honest leadership; sincere worship of God.
Use Ezra 1 and 6, then three measures.
(a) Narrate the circumstances that led to Joseph's encounter with Pharaoh. (b) State three lessons which can be learnt by leaders from Joseph.
(a) Joseph, sold into Egypt, served Potiphar faithfully (Genesis 39:1-6).
Potiphar's wife falsely accused him and he was put in prison (Genesis 39:7-20).
The keeper put him in charge of the prisoners (Genesis 39:21-23).
Pharaoh's butler and baker were imprisoned and dreamed; Joseph interpreted their dreams; the butler was restored and the baker hanged (Genesis 40:1-22).
The butler forgot Joseph for two years (Genesis 40:23; 41:1).
Pharaoh dreamed of cows and ears of grain; none could interpret (Genesis 41:1-8).
The butler remembered Joseph and told Pharaoh (Genesis 41:9-13).
Pharaoh sent for Joseph; he shaved, changed clothes and came before Pharaoh (Genesis 41:14).
(b) Any three: integrity and self-control; faithfulness in small duties; giving glory to God; wisdom and planning; forgiveness; hard work; caring for the people in hard times.
Narrate Genesis 39–41:14, then three lessons.
(a) Outline the role played by Jezebel in the death of Naboth. (b) Give three reasons for which people are greedy.
(a) Ahab sulked because Naboth refused to give up his vineyard (1 Kings 21:1-4).
Jezebel asked why he was sad and mocked him: "Do you now govern Israel?" (1 Kings 21:5-7).
She promised to give him the vineyard (1 Kings 21:7).
She wrote letters in Ahab's name, sealed with his seal, to the elders and nobles of Naboth's city (1 Kings 21:8).
She told them to proclaim a fast, set Naboth on high and set two base fellows to accuse him of cursing God and the king (1 Kings 21:9-10).
They did so; Naboth was taken out and stoned to death (1 Kings 21:11-13).
They reported to Jezebel, who told Ahab to take possession of the vineyard (1 Kings 21:14-16).
Elijah announced dogs would eat Jezebel (1 Kings 21:23).
(b) Any three: love of money and materialism; poverty and insecurity; envy of others; lack of contentment; peer pressure; lack of fear of God.
Narrate 1 Kings 21:1-16, then three reasons.
(a) Highlight the promises God made to Joshua when he was appointed to lead the Israelites. (b) Explain three benefits of fulfilling one's promises.
(a) God would give them the land He promised (Joshua 1:2-3).
Every place the sole of their foot would tread would be theirs, from the wilderness to the Euphrates and the Great Sea (Joshua 1:3-4).
No man would be able to stand before him all his life (Joshua 1:5).
As God was with Moses, so He would be with Joshua (Joshua 1:5).
He would not fail him or forsake him (Joshua 1:5).
Joshua would cause the people to inherit the land (Joshua 1:6).
If he obeyed the law he would prosper and have good success (Joshua 1:7-8).
The Lord would be with him wherever he went (Joshua 1:9).
(b) Any three: builds trust and credibility; promotes peace and good relationships; brings respect; reflects God's faithfulness; encourages others to be faithful; avoids conflict.
Use Joshua 1:1-9, then three benefits.
Section B (Themes from the Synoptic Gospels and the Acts of the Apostles)
(a) Recount the events that took place after Herod Agrippa I killed James. (b) State three factors that motivate Christians to pray.
(a) Seeing it pleased the Jews, Herod arrested Peter during the days of Unleavened Bread (Acts 12:3).
He put him in prison under four squads of soldiers, intending to bring him out after Passover (Acts 12:4).
The church prayed earnestly for him (Acts 12:5).
An angel woke Peter, his chains fell off and he was led past the guards through the iron gate (Acts 12:6-10).
Peter went to Mary's house where many were praying; Rhoda announced him (Acts 12:12-16).
He told them what happened and left for another place (Acts 12:17).
Herod searched for him and had the guards executed (Acts 12:18-19).
At Caesarea Herod accepted worship as a god; an angel struck him and he was eaten by worms and died (Acts 12:20-23).
The word of God grew and multiplied (Acts 12:24).
(b) Any three: trouble and persecution; sickness; gratitude to God; need for guidance; love for God; concern for others; Christ's example and command.
Narrate Acts 12:3-24, then three factors.
(a) How was the problem of discrimination solved in the early Church by the Apostles? (b) State three effects of discrimination in society.
(a) As disciples increased, the Hellenists murmured that their widows were neglected in the daily distribution (Acts 6:1).
The twelve called the disciples together (Acts 6:2).
They said it was not right for them to leave preaching to serve tables (Acts 6:2).
They asked the believers to pick seven men of good repute, full of the Spirit and wisdom (Acts 6:3).
The apostles would devote themselves to prayer and the word (Acts 6:4).
The whole multitude agreed and chose Stephen, Philip, Prochorus, Nicanor, Timon, Parmenas and Nicolaus — all Greek names (Acts 6:5).
The apostles prayed and laid hands on them (Acts 6:6).
The word of God increased and the disciples multiplied (Acts 6:7).
(b) Any three: hatred and division; injustice; conflict and violence; loss of talent; poverty of the excluded; loss of trust in leaders.
Narrate Acts 6:1-7, then three effects.
(a) Narrate how Saul escaped the attempt on his life in Damascus. (b) Identify three reasons for which people wish evil for others.
(a) After his conversion Saul preached in the synagogues of Damascus that Jesus is the Son of God (Acts 9:20).
All who heard were amazed, since he had come to arrest believers (Acts 9:21).
He grew stronger and confounded the Jews by proving Jesus is the Christ (Acts 9:22).
After many days the Jews plotted to kill him (Acts 9:23).
They watched the gates day and night to kill him, but the plot became known to him (Acts 9:24).
His disciples took him by night and let him down over the wall, lowering him in a basket (Acts 9:25).
He went to Jerusalem, where Barnabas brought him to the apostles (Acts 9:26-27).
(b) Any three: jealousy and envy; hatred; competition and rivalry; revenge; greed; religious or ethnic intolerance; fear of being exposed.
Narrate Acts 9:20-27, then three reasons.
Section C (Themes from Selected Epistles)
(a) According to Peter, what are the necessary requirements a citizen should have to make him/her responsible? (b) In what three ways can a good citizen help to develop his/her nation?
(a) Abstain from fleshly passions (1 Peter 2:11).
Maintain good conduct so that others glorify God (1 Peter 2:12).
Be subject for the Lord's sake to every human institution (1 Peter 2:13).
Respect the emperor and governors who punish wrongdoers and praise those who do right (1 Peter 2:13-14).
Do right to silence foolish critics (1 Peter 2:15).
Live as free men, not using freedom as a pretext for evil, but as servants of God (1 Peter 2:16).
Honour all men, love the brotherhood, fear God, honour the emperor (1 Peter 2:17).
Servants be submissive to masters (1 Peter 2:18).
(b) Any three: paying taxes; obeying laws; voting wisely; working hard and honestly; protecting public property; community service; fighting corruption; keeping the environment clean.
Use 1 Peter 2:11-18, then three ways.
(a) Discuss the necessary conditions under which a Christian's prayer can be answered. (b) State three types of Christian prayers.
(a) Ask in faith without doubting (James 1:6-7).
Ask with right motives, not for one's passions (James 4:3).
Be humble and draw near to God; cleanse your hands and purify your hearts (James 4:6-10).
Confess sins to one another and pray for one another (James 5:16).
Be righteous, for the prayer of a righteous man has great power (James 5:16).
Pray with persistence like Elijah (James 5:17-18).
Forgive others (Matthew 6:14-15).
Ask according to God's will and in Jesus' name (1 John 5:14; John 14:13).
Husbands live considerately with wives so prayers are not hindered (1 Peter 3:7).
(b) Any three: adoration/praise; thanksgiving; confession; petition; intercession.
Give conditions from James and other texts, then three types.