This examination paper tests knowledge spanning from creation narratives and early Israelite history to Pauline theology and the acts of the early church. Notable thematic patterns running through the questions include divine covenants and human accountability, prophetic warnings and judgment, and the administration of spiritual gifts within the Christian community. Make the most of this resource by carefully analyzing the reasoning behind each correct choice rather than trying to memorize answers by rote.
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Measure the entire land, share out the land, know if it was good or bad, know if it was flowing with milk and honey
A student might choose option A or B by confusing the names of the key leaders involved in the exploration of Canaan. Joshua and Caleb are the correct pair, as they were among the twelve spies sent by Moses to explore Canaan and later reported that it was a bountiful land flowing with milk and honey, as recorded in Numbers 13:1-33. Common mistake: mixing up the spies who brought back the positive report with other biblical figures like Moses and Aaron.
The two sons of Samuel that became judges in Israel were
A student might mistakenly pick option C by confusing Samuel's sons with Eli's corrupt sons, Hophni and Phinehas. The correct answer is Joel and Abijah, who served as Samuel's sons and became corrupt judges in Beersheba, an event that directly prompted the Israelites to demand a king as noted in 1 Samuel 8:1-3. Common mistake: confusing the sons of Samuel with the sons of Eli.
‘Let us make man in our image, after our likeness.’ In the statement above, ‘our’ implies man being
A student might mistakenly select option B (becoming God) or D by overinterpreting the degree of likeness. As indicated in Genesis 1:26-27, the term 'our' implies that humanity reflects God's character, attributes, and authority to act as His representatives on earth, rather than literally becoming God. Common mistake: interpreting divine image as literal equality with God.
The murmurings of the congregation in the wilderness were an indication of the
A student might select option C or D by focusing on later fears in the desert rather than the immediate behavioral trigger. The murmurings of the congregation in the wilderness, such as those in Exodus 16:2-3, demonstrated a profound distrust in God's ability to provide, which fundamentally reflected a lack of faith. Common mistake: confusing general fear of enemies with doubt regarding divine provision.
When the glory of the LORD appeared to Moses and Aaron in the wilderness of Zin, the Lord said they should
A student might mistakenly pick option A because Moses ultimately struck the rock instead of following instructions. According to Numbers 20:8-12, when the glory of the Lord appeared in the wilderness of Zin, God explicitly commanded Moses and Aaron to speak to the rock with the rod to bring out water, rather than striking it. Common mistake: confusing God's instruction to speak to the rock with Moses's action of striking it.
The last event that boosted Gideon’s courage to go against the Midianites was the
A student might mistakenly choose option A or C by picking earlier signs given to Gideon. The final event that boosted Gideon's courage to go against the Midianites was overhearing a prophetic dream told by one of the Midianites, which confirmed imminent victory as detailed in Judges 7:13-15. Common mistake: confusing the wool miracle with the final sign before the battle.
At the confirmation of the covenant, after Moses had addressed the people, they answered and said
A student might select option C or D by assuming the people specifically cited the ten commandments rather than a general pledge. At the confirmation of the covenant after Moses addressed them, the people answered and said they were going to obey the Lord our God, affirming their collective commitment as recorded in Exodus 24:7. Common mistake: attributing specific commandment phrasing to the general covenant response.
Saul visited the witch of
A student might mistakenly choose option A or B by confusing the geographical nations with the specific locale. Saul visited the witch of Endor, a location linked to the Anakites, in an attempt to summon the spirit of Samuel as described in 1 Samuel 28:7. Common mistake: confusing the town or tribal association linked with the witch's residence.
Why did Saul tell the Kenites to go away from among the Amalekites?
A student might pick option A or D by guessing other political reasons for sparing a group during warfare. Saul told the Kenites to go away from among the Amalekites because they had previously shown kindness to Israel during the Exodus, as noted in 1 Samuel 15:6. Common mistake: assuming geopolitical alliances rather than historical acts of kindness motivated Saul's warning.
‘…And they shall be my people, and I will be their prophet.’ This covenant was made with Israel through prophet
A student might select option A, C, or D by confusing the prophetic books dealing with covenant themes. This specific covenant phrasing and promise of restoration was delivered to Israel through the prophet Hosea, symbolizing divine reconciliation (Hosea 2:23). Common mistake: confusing Hosea's covenant imagery with prophecies from Jeremiah or Isaiah.
How many sons of Jesse passed before Samuel before David was chosen as King?
Students might mistakenly choose options like 6 or 8 because they misremember the exact sequence before the youngest son was anointed. The text notes that David was the youngest and was chosen only after seven sons passed before Samuel (1 Samuel 16:10-11). Common mistake: Confusing the number of sons presented with the total family size.
‘Whoever does not come out after Saul and Samuel, so shall it be done to his oxen!’ The dread of the Lord fell on them. The dread of the Lord refers to
Options such as 'the power of the Lord' or 'the spirit of the Lord' might be selected by students confusing various divine attributes mentioned in scripture. The phrase 'dread of the Lord' specifically denotes fear and reverence, which acted as a powerful catalyst prompting obedience among the people (1 Samuel 11:7). Common mistake: Equating reverential awe with physical might or spiritual possession.
‘…Do not forsake her, and she will keep you; love her and she will guard you.’ The above statement refers to
A student might lean toward 'knowledge' or 'understanding' because these terms are often paired together in biblical literature. Proverbs 4:6 directly personifies wisdom as a female figure who promises protection and safeguarding to those who embrace and love her. Common mistake: Mixing up the closely related poetic synonyms found in wisdom literature.
Joseph was made prime minister in Egypt after he interpreted the dreams of Pharaoh’s servants
Test-takers could easily choose 'the baker and the cook' or confuse the butler with the cupbearer due to similar titles. The correct choice is rooted in Genesis 40:5-23, where Joseph successfully interpreted the dreams of Pharaoh’s cupbearer and baker, paving the way for his eventual rise to power. Common mistake: Interchanging the cupbearer title with modern culinary terms.
Nehemiah in exile functioned as the King’s
Options like 'guard' or 'adviser' might look plausible given Nehemiah's high-ranking political involvement. Before undertaking the monumental task of rebuilding Jerusalem, Nehemiah served in the royal court as cupbearer to King Artaxerxes (Nehemiah 1:11). Common mistake: Assuming high officials in ancient courts only served as military guards.
In days of Uzziah, Isaiah saw a vision concerning
One might mistakenly guess 'Samaria and Israel' because both are frequent prophetic targets in the Old Testament. However, Isaiah's specific visionary experience during the reign of Uzziah was strictly focused on Judah and Jerusalem (Isaiah 1:1, 6:1). Common mistake: Applying general northern kingdom prophetic themes to specific southern kingdom visions.
God said that any member of Ahab’s family who died in the open country would be
The distractor 'eaten up by the dogs' is tempting because dogs are frequently used in other biblical judgments involving Ahab's household. Yet, for any member of Ahab’s family who happened to die specifically out in the open country, divine judgment decreed they would be eaten by vultures (1 Kings 21:24). Common mistake: Mixing up the specific scavenging animal designated for different locations of death.
‘Take away all iniquity; accept that which is good…’ what was the iniquity Hosea was referring to in the above?
Students might guess 'Adultery' because Hosea’s marriage serves as a prominent metaphor throughout the book. The specific iniquity addressed in Hosea 14:2 points back to the widespread sin of idolatry that Hosea repeatedly condemned (Hosea 4:12). Common mistake: Confusing the metaphorical imagery of unfaithfulness with the literal national sin of idol worship.
God will give to His people, to the shepherds, a heart to understand and
Options like 'heal the guilt of the people' are attractive because God offers holistic restoration in prophetic books. The specific promise tied to giving the people shepherds who understand is to feed the people with knowledge (Jeremiah 3:15). Common mistake: Substituting general pastoral care acts for the specific pedagogical instruction promised.
King Nebuchadnezzar assembled the satraps, the prefects and the governors to
A student could select 'worship the Lord' thinking of general Babylonian religious decrees. Nebuchadnezzar actually assembled all these administrative officials for the specific purpose of the dedication of the image (Daniel 3:2-3). Common mistake: Assuming royal gatherings were always for general worship rather than specific monumental ceremonies.
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