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Question 1 of 40
JAMB · Christian Religious Knowledge · 2000

Joseph called the name of his first born MANASSEH, meaning God has

A. made him forget his hardship and his father’s house.
B. made him fruitful in the land of his affliction.
C. rescued him from the hands of Potiphar
D. made him not to forget his brothers and his household
Explanation

Manasseh means 'forget,' reflecting God helping Joseph move past his hardships and separation from his family. Genesis 41:51.

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Question 2 of 40
JAMB · Christian Religious Knowledge · 2000

““…Now therefore lighten the hard service of your father upon us, and we will serve you.” This request was made to Rehoboam because

A. the people had no person in mind
B. the people wanted to be free
C. of an impending revolt
D. the people wanted some relief.
Explanation

The people sought relief from the heavy yoke imposed by Solomon. 1 Kings 12:4.

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Question 3 of 40
JAMB · Christian Religious Knowledge · 2000

“You are the man…,” This statement by Nathan made David immediately

A. order him out of the palace
B. order the killing of the child
C. confess and ask for forgiveness
D. abdicate his throne.
Explanation

David confessed his sin after Nathan’s rebuke for his actions with Bathsheba. 2 Samuel 12:13.

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Question 4 of 40
JAMB · Christian Religious Knowledge · 2000

One of the consequences of Saul’s disobedience was that

A. the Philistines killed him
B. he killed himself
C. the Amalekites killed him
D. his armour bearer killed him.
Explanation

Saul took his own life after losing the battle to the Philistines. 1 Samuel 31:4.

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Question 5 of 40
JAMB · Christian Religious Knowledge · 2000

The Lord will fight for you, and you have only to be still. This statement was made by Moses when the

A. Egyptians were pursuing the Israelites
B. Red Sea parted
C. Israelites were standing before Joshua
D. Israelites were crossing the Red Sea.
Explanation

Moses spoke this as the Egyptians pursued the Israelites before the Red Sea parted. Exodus 14:14.

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Question 6 of 40
JAMB · Christian Religious Knowledge · 2000

God told Solomon that He would surely tear the kingdom from him and give it to his

A. son
B. brother
C. servant
D. army commander.
Explanation

God gave the kingdom to Jeroboam, Solomon’s servant, due to Solomon’s idolatry. 1 Kings 11:11.

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Question 7 of 40
JAMB · Christian Religious Knowledge · 2000

Why did Joab kill Abner?

A. He wanted to avenge the death of his brother.
B. He feared that Abner would take over his post.
C. Abner only came to deceive David.
D. He was an enemy who came to slay David.
Explanation

Joab killed Abner to avenge his brother Asahel’s death. 2 Samuel 3:27.

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Question 8 of 40
JAMB · Christian Religious Knowledge · 2000

When God promised Abraham that Sarah would have a child, what was Abraham’s situation?

A. He already had a child by Hagar
B. His wife Sarah was barren
C. His wife was too old to have a child
D. He was amused by the promise
Explanation

At the time of God’s promise about Sarah, Abraham already had Ishmael through Hagar, making option A the most contextually specific. Genesis 16:4, 17:17.

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Question 9 of 40
JAMB · Christian Religious Knowledge · 2000

In the beginning, God created the

A. heavens and the earth
B. animals and the birds
C. light and the darkness
D. water and the dry land.
Explanation

God created the heavens and the earth first, as the foundation of creation. Genesis 1:1.

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Question 10 of 40
JAMB · Christian Religious Knowledge · 2000

One of the reforms of King Josiah was that

A. he worshipped at the brook Kidron
B. he defiled Topheth in the valley of the sons of Hinnom
C. he allowed the worship of Asherah
D. the priests were allowed to worship in the temple.
Explanation

Josiah defiled Topheth to stop child sacrifices, part of his religious reforms. 2 Kings 23:10.

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Question 11 of 40
JAMB · Christian Religious Knowledge · 2000

Moses fled from Egypt to the land of Midian because

A. he was afraid that his crime would be made known
B. Pharaoh wanted to kill him for the crime he had committed
C. his countryman asked if he would also kill him
D. he had killed an Egyptian and buried him in the sand.
Explanation

Pharaoh sought to kill Moses for murdering an Egyptian, prompting his flight. Exodus 2:15.

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Question 12 of 40
JAMB · Christian Religious Knowledge · 2000

The LORD sent Samuel to Saul to go and destroy the Amalekites because

A. they opposed Israel on their way out of Egypt
B. they were idolaters
C. they disobeyed God
D. their land had been given to Israel after the battle.
Explanation

God commanded the destruction of the Amalekites for attacking Israel during the exodus. 1 Samuel 15:2.

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Question 13 of 40
JAMB · Christian Religious Knowledge · 2000

In the creation story, man was permitted to

A. plant fruit trees for food
B. water the garden
C. make garments of skin
D. name all the creatures.
Explanation

God allowed man to name all the creatures, giving him authority over them. Genesis 2:19.

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Question 14 of 40
JAMB · Christian Religious Knowledge · 2000

God instructed Moses on Mount Sinai to

A. speak to the rock
B. strike the rock
C. consecrate the people
D. pray for the people.
Explanation

God instructed Moses to consecrate the Israelites to prepare them for receiving the covenant and His laws. Exodus 19:10.

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Question 15 of 40
JAMB · Christian Religious Knowledge · 2000

““…lift up so, our God whom we serve is able to deliver us from the burning fiery furnace…” The statement above portrays Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego as

A. men of faith
B. disillusioned men
C. stubborn men
D. men with pride.
Explanation

Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego showed strong faith in God’s ability to deliver them. Daniel 3:17.

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Question 16 of 40
JAMB · Christian Religious Knowledge · 2000

Prophet Ezekiel described the house of Israel as having a

A. lowly and subdued heart because the people refused to listen to him
B. hard heart
C. had taken God for granted
D. had endured suffering.
Explanation

Ezekiel described Israel as having a hard heart, reflecting their stubborn refusal to heed God’s warnings. Ezekiel 3:7.

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Question 17 of 40
JAMB · Christian Religious Knowledge · 2000

“And the LORD God appointed a plant, and made it come up over Jonah…” The statement above taught Jonah that

A. the repentance of the Ninevites would be short-lived
B. God is sovereign
C. his assignment would not last long
D. God is merciful.
Explanation

The plant showed God’s mercy to Jonah, paralleling His mercy to Nineveh. Jonah 4:6.

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Question 18 of 40
JAMB · Christian Religious Knowledge · 2000

“Why is your spirit so vexed that you eat no food?” The address was so sad because

A. Naboth refused to give his vineyard
B. he had an encounter with Elijah
C. his inheritance had been taken away
D. Jezebel refused to talk to him.
Explanation

Ahab was sad because Naboth refused to sell his vineyard, which was his ancestral inheritance, causing Ahab’s distress. 1 Kings 21:5.

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Question 19 of 40
JAMB · Christian Religious Knowledge · 2000

Isaiah teaches that God wants His people to demonstrate holiness by

A. observing religious festivals
B. offering more sacrifices
C. doing justice and loving
D. honouring their father and mother.
Explanation

Isaiah emphasized that God desires justice and love over mere rituals. Isaiah 1:17.

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Question 20 of 40
JAMB · Christian Religious Knowledge · 2000

The main lesson of Hosea’s teachings is that God

A. will pour His spirit on all flesh
B. accepts every free-will offering
C. will create a new heart in His people
D. prefers steadfast love to sacrifice.
Explanation

Hosea taught that God values steadfast love over ritual sacrifices. Hosea 6:6.

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Question 21 of 40
JAMB · Christian Religious Knowledge · 2000

The reaction of Naaman to the instruction of Elisha showed that he was

A. proud
B. faithful
C. ignorant
D. stubborn.
Explanation

Naaman’s initial resistance to Elisha’s simple instruction reflected his pride. 2 Kings 5:11.

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Question 22 of 40
JAMB · Christian Religious Knowledge · 2000

Daniel became distinguished above all other presidents and satraps because he

A. interpreted the king’s dreams
B. refused to worship the golden calf
C. worshipped only one God
D. had an excellent spirit in him.
Explanation

Daniel’s excellent spirit and diligence set him apart in the king’s court. Daniel 6:3.

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Question 23 of 40
JAMB · Christian Religious Knowledge · 2000

When Elijah escaped from Ahab to the brook Cherith, he was fed by

A. angels
B. ravens
C. doves
D. sparrows.
Explanation

God commanded ravens to bring Elijah food at the brook Cherith. 1 Kings 17:4.

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Question 24 of 40
JAMB · Christian Religious Knowledge · 2000

The man appointed by the Holy Ghost to go on the missionary journey with Saul was

A. Lucius
B. Barnabas
C. Peter
D. Mark.
Explanation

The Holy Spirit chose Barnabas to accompany Saul on his missionary journey. Acts 13:2.

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Question 25 of 40
JAMB · Christian Religious Knowledge · 2000

The mark of a true disciple according to Jesus Christ is

A. loving one another
B. keeping the ten commandments
C. knowing the word
D. fasting and praying.
Explanation

Jesus taught that love for one another is the mark of His true disciples. John 13:35.

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Question 26 of 40
JAMB · Christian Religious Knowledge · 2000

The main complaint of the Hellenists against the Hebrews in the early Church was that their

A. men were neglected
B. widows were neglected
C. new converts were neglected
D. children were neglected.
Explanation

Hellenist widows were overlooked in the distribution of aid in the early Church. Acts 6:1.

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Question 27 of 40
JAMB · Christian Religious Knowledge · 2000

Peter, James and John were asked to keep their experience of the transfiguration secret until

A. the kingdom of God comes
B. they met the other apostles
C. they descended from the mount
D. the son of man is raised from the dead.
Explanation

Jesus instructed them to keep the transfiguration secret until after His resurrection. Matthew 17:9.

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Question 28 of 40
JAMB · Christian Religious Knowledge · 2000

According to Jesus, every branch of tree that bears fruit, He would prune. Branch in this context refers to

A. man
B. an angel
C. the Jews
D. the Gentiles.
Explanation

In the vine metaphor, branches represent believers who abide in Christ. John 15:2.

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Question 29 of 40
JAMB · Christian Religious Knowledge · 2000

According to John, the purpose of Jesus' miracles was to

A. demonstrate His divine power
B. attract large crowds
C. fulfill the law
D. replace the Old Testament
Explanation

John records Jesus’ miracles as signs to demonstrate His divine power and inspire belief in His divinity. John 20:30-31.

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Question 30 of 40
JAMB · Christian Religious Knowledge · 2000

According to Jesus, believers who forgive the sins of others will

A. enter the Kingdom of God
B. be forgiven by God
C. receive a crown of life
D. inherit the earth.
Explanation

Jesus taught that forgiving others leads to receiving God’s forgiveness. Matthew 6:14.

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Question 31 of 40
JAMB · Christian Religious Knowledge · 2000

In the parable of the wheat and the tares, the bad seed was sown by the

A. Devil
B. Scribes
C. Pharisees
D. Sadducees.
Explanation

The Devil, described as the enemy, sowed the tares among the wheat. Matthew 13:25.

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Question 32 of 40
JAMB · Christian Religious Knowledge · 2000

According to Paul, generosity produces

A. righteousness
B. thanksgiving to God
C. salvation
D. the grace of God.
Explanation

Paul taught that generosity leads to thanksgiving to God from those who benefit. 2 Corinthians 9:11.

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Question 33 of 40
JAMB · Christian Religious Knowledge · 2000

“…is not they who blaspheme the honourable name which you invoked over you?” According to James in the statement above, they refers to the

A. principalities
B. rulers
C. authorities
D. rich.
Explanation

James refers to the rich who oppressed believers and blasphemed God’s name. James 2:7.

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Question 34 of 40
JAMB · Christian Religious Knowledge · 2000

Paul reminded the Thessalonians that he did not eat anyone’s bread without paying for it. This statement teaches

A. self respect
B. creativity
C. hardwork
D. humility.
Explanation

Paul’s refusal to be a burden reflects self-respect and integrity. 2 Thessalonians 3:8.

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Question 35 of 40
JAMB · Christian Religious Knowledge · 2000

According to Paul, he who loves his neighbour has

A. eternal life
B. overcome all evils
C. fulfilled the law
D. peace with God.
Explanation

Paul taught that loving one’s neighbor fulfills the requirements of the law. Romans 13:10.

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Question 36 of 40
JAMB · Christian Religious Knowledge · 2000

Paul declares in Romans that as by one man’s disobedience many were made sinners, by one man’s obedience many will

A. be made righteous
B. be made pure
C. be made steadfast in faith
D. become loyal to God.
Explanation

Christ’s obedience makes many righteous, contrasting Adam’s disobedience. Romans 5:19.

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Question 37 of 40
JAMB · Christian Religious Knowledge · 2000

According to James, the prayer of a righteous man

A. can cleanse his sins
B. has saving power
C. can move mountains
D. has great power in its effects.
Explanation

James taught that the prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective. James 5:16.

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Question 38 of 40
JAMB · Christian Religious Knowledge · 2000

“…the day of the Lord will come like a thief in the night.” The day of the Lord in the statement above refers to the day of

A. retribution
B. repentance
C. judgement
D. tribulation.
Explanation

The day of the Lord refers to the day of judgment, coming unexpectedly like a thief in the night. 1 Thessalonians 5:2.

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Question 39 of 40
JAMB · Christian Religious Knowledge · 2000

Peter urges Christians to live as free men without necessarily using their freedom as a pretext for

A. evil
B. immorality
C. guests
D. partiality.
Explanation

Peter taught that Christian freedom should not be used as a cover for evil deeds. 1 Peter 2:16.

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Question 40 of 40
JAMB · Christian Religious Knowledge · 2000

Those that have been baptized into Jesus Christ, according to Paul, are

A. cleansed of their sins
B. baptized into His death
C. sanctified in Him
D. in the Christian fold.
Explanation

Paul taught that baptism unites believers with Christ’s death, symbolizing dying to sin. Romans 6:3.

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