Genesis 4-7

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Test your knowledge of the bible passage: Genesis 4-7.

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1.

What did Cain bring to God as an offering that he was not pleased with? Gen 4:3
- A.
  
  A jar of honey
- B.
  
  Fruit of the ground
- C.
  
  A lamb
Correct Answer
B. Fruit of the ground

Explanation
Cain brought the fruit of the ground as an offering to God, but God was not pleased with it. This could be because God had specifically commanded that offerings should be made with the best of the flock, indicating that a lamb would have been a more acceptable offering. Cain's offering may have lacked the significance and symbolism that God desired, leading to his displeasure.

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What kind of offering did Abel bring to God that He was pleased with? Gen 4:4
- A.
  
  Animals of the firstborn of his flock and their fat portions
- B.
  
  Fish from the Tigris River
- C.
  
  Red soup
Correct Answer
A. Animals of the firstborn of his flock and their fat portions

Explanation
Abel brought animals of the firstborn of his flock and their fat portions as an offering to God. This offering pleased God because it demonstrated Abel's obedience and willingness to give his best to God. By offering the firstborn and the fat portions, Abel showed his recognition of God's authority and his desire to honor Him. This act of sacrifice and devotion reflected Abel's faith and sincerity, which is why God was pleased with his offering.

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The Lord said that if anyone killed Cain, vengeance would be taken on him __________. Gen 4:15
- A.
  
  Immediately
- B.
  
  After he died
- C.
  
  Sevenfold
Correct Answer
C. Sevenfold

Explanation
In Genesis 4:15, the Lord declares that if anyone were to kill Cain, vengeance would be taken on him sevenfold. This implies that if someone were to harm or kill Cain, they would face severe consequences, possibly seven times worse than the harm inflicted on Cain. This statement serves as a warning and a form of protection for Cain, emphasizing the severity of the consequences that would follow any attempt to harm him.

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4.

The Lord set a _________ upon Cain. Gen 4:1
- A.
  
  Curse
- B.
  
  Darkness
- C.
  
  Mark
Correct Answer
C. Mark

Explanation
In the given verse from the book of Genesis, it is mentioned that the Lord set a mark upon Cain. This implies that God placed a visible sign or symbol on Cain as a form of protection or identification. This mark could have served as a warning to others not to harm Cain, as he was being punished for killing his brother Abel. Therefore, the correct answer is "mark."

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Cain went out from the presence of the Lord and dwelt in the land of Nod on the east of _________. Gen 4:16
- A.
  
  Eden
- B.
  
  Canaan
- C.
  
  Mt. Sinai
Correct Answer
A. Eden

Explanation
After Cain killed his brother Abel, he was banished from the presence of the Lord. He then went to live in the land of Nod, which was located to the east of Eden. This suggests that Eden was the correct answer to the question.

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After Cain killed Abel, Eve bore a son and called his name ________. Gen 4:25
- A.
  
  Shem
- B.
  
  Seth
- C.
  
  Samuel
Correct Answer
B. Seth

Explanation
After Cain killed Abel, Eve bore a son and called his name Seth. This is mentioned in Genesis 4:25.

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7.

How many years did Enoch live on earth before God took him? Gen 5:23-24
- A.
  
  30
- B.
  
  365
- C.
  
  875
Correct Answer
B. 365

Explanation
The correct answer is 365. According to Genesis 5:23-24, Enoch lived on earth for 365 years before God took him.

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8.

Of all of the generations listed between Adam and Noah, Methuselah was the oldest when he died. How old was he? Gen 5:27
- A.
  
  899
- B.
  
  969
- C.
  
  1011
Correct Answer
B. 969

Explanation
Methuselah was the oldest among all the generations listed between Adam and Noah when he died. This is supported by Genesis 5:27. The correct answer is 969.

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9.

What were the names of Noah’s 3 sons who he begot after he was 500 years old? Gen 5:32
- A.
  
  Shem, Ham, Japheth
- B.
  
  Cain, Abel, Seth
- C.
  
  Reuben, Levi, Simeon
Correct Answer
A. Shem, Ham, Japheth

Explanation
Noah had three sons named Shem, Ham, and Japheth. These sons were born to Noah after he reached the age of 500 years old, as stated in Genesis 5:32.

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10.

How long did it rain during the flood? Gen 7:12
- A.
  
  40 days and 40 nights
- B.
  
  152 days and nights
- C.
  
  7 weeks
Correct Answer
A. 40 days and 40 nights

Explanation
The correct answer is 40 days and 40 nights. This is stated in the Bible, specifically in Genesis 7:12. It indicates that the rain during the flood lasted for a period of 40 days and 40 nights.

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Who shut the door of the ark? Gen 7:16
- A.
  
  Some of the people who didn't believe the flood was coming
- B.
  
  Noah pulled it shut with a rope
- C.
  
  The Lord
Correct Answer
C. The Lord

Explanation
The correct answer is "the Lord". According to Genesis 7:16, it was the Lord who shut the door of the ark. This implies that it was not done by any human or non-believer, but rather by a divine act. This act can be seen as a symbol of God's protection and provision for Noah and his family during the flood.

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12.

How many days did the water prevail upon the earth during the flood? Gen 7:24
- A.
  
  40 days and 40 nights
- B.
  
  150 days
- C.
  
  7 weeks
Correct Answer
B. 150 days

Explanation
During the flood, the water prevailed upon the earth for a total of 150 days. This is stated in Genesis 7:24.

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Genesis 4-7

What did Cain bring to God as an offering that he was not pleased with? Gen 4:3

What kind of offering did Abel bring to God that He was pleased with? Gen 4:4

The Lord said that if anyone killed Cain, vengeance would be taken on him __________. Gen 4:15

The Lord set a _________ upon Cain. Gen 4:1

Cain went out from the presence of the Lord and dwelt in the land of Nod on the east of _________. Gen 4:16

After Cain killed Abel, Eve bore a son and called his name ________. Gen 4:25

How many years did Enoch live on earth before God took him? Gen 5:23-24

Of all of the generations listed between Adam and Noah, Methuselah was the oldest when he died. How old was he? Gen 5:27

What were the names of Noah’s 3 sons who he begot after he was 500 years old? Gen 5:32

How long did it rain during the flood? Gen 7:12

Who shut the door of the ark? Gen 7:16

How many days did the water prevail upon the earth during the flood? Gen 7:24