Old Testament - Pentateuch
Old testament brief overview covering the Pentateuch
- 1.
The book of Genesis is the book that tells the story of:
- A.
The Creation, Cain and Abel and Noah and the Ark.
- B.
The tower of Babel, Abraham, Isaac and Jacob.
- C.
Joseph in Egypt.
- D.
All of the above.
Correct Answer
D. All of the above.Explanation
The book of Genesis is the first book of the Bible and it covers a wide range of stories and events. It starts with the creation of the world, followed by the stories of Cain and Abel and Noah and the Ark. It also includes the account of the tower of Babel and the stories of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. Lastly, it narrates the story of Joseph and his time in Egypt. Therefore, the correct answer is "All of the above" as the book of Genesis encompasses all these narratives.Rate this question:
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- 2.
The first five books of the Bible are called:
- A.
The Pentagon
- B.
The Pentateuch
- C.
The Menorah
- D.
The Memorandum
Correct Answer
B. The PentateuchExplanation
The correct answer is "The Pentateuch." The term "Pentateuch" refers to the first five books of the Bible, which are Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy. The word "Pentateuch" comes from the Greek words "penta," meaning "five," and "teuchos," meaning "scroll" or "book." These books are also known as the Torah in Judaism and are considered to be foundational texts in both Judaism and Christianity.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Who wrote the first five books of the Bible?
- A.
Adam
- B.
Moses
- C.
David
- D.
Abraham
Correct Answer
B. MosesExplanation
Moses is traditionally believed to be the author of the first five books of the Bible, also known as the Pentateuch or the Torah. These books include Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy. Moses is considered a central figure in Judaism and is credited with receiving the divine revelation from God and leading the Israelites out of slavery in Egypt. He is often depicted as the lawgiver and prophet who established the covenant between God and the Israelites.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Why did Adam call his wife Eve?
- A.
She was the firstborn among women
- B.
She was a help meet fit for him
- C.
She was the mother of all living
- D.
She was taken out of man
Correct Answer
C. She was the mother of all livingExplanation
See: Genesis 3:20Rate this question:
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- 5.
After Adam and Eve sinned, what did God make for them?
- A.
A garment of fig leaves
- B.
Coats of skin
- C.
Clothing made from the dust of the earth
- D.
A loincloth of pure linen
Correct Answer
B. Coats of skinExplanation
See: Genesis 3:21Rate this question:
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- 6.
Who was Adam and Eve's first son?
- A.
Seth
- B.
Abel
- C.
Cain
- D.
Joshua
Correct Answer
C. CainExplanation
See: Genesis 4:1Rate this question:
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- 7.
Which of Adam and Eve's sons was 'a keeper of sheep'?
- A.
Enosh
- B.
Cain
- C.
Seth
- D.
Abel
Correct Answer
D. AbelExplanation
See: Genesis 4:2Rate this question:
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- 8.
Which of Adam and Eve's sons was 'a tiller of the ground'?
- A.
Enosh
- B.
Cain
- C.
Seth
- D.
Abel
Correct Answer
B. CainExplanation
See: Genesis 4:2Rate this question:
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- 9.
The book of Exodus tells the story of:
- A.
The reign of Joseph in Egypt
- B.
Moses and the Israelites coming out of Egypt
- C.
The building of Solomon's temple
- D.
Both B and C
Correct Answer
B. Moses and the Israelites coming out of EgyptExplanation
The Book of Exodus in the Bible primarily focuses on Moses leading the Israelites out of Egyptian slavery, the plagues God inflicted upon Egypt, the Israelites' journey through the desert, and the giving of the Ten Commandments on Mount Sinai. It does not cover the reign of Joseph in Egypt or the building of Solomon's temple, which are topics found in other parts of the Bible.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Moses was hidden among the bulrushes in what river:
- A.
Euphrates
- B.
Jordan
- C.
Nile
- D.
Tigris
Correct Answer
C. NileExplanation
See: Exodus 2:1-10Rate this question:
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- 11.
Who found Moses and adopted him?
- A.
The Pharaoh's wife
- B.
The Pharaoh's daughter
- C.
The Pharaoh's sister
- D.
The Pharaoh's maid-servant
Correct Answer
B. The Pharaoh's daughterExplanation
See: Exodus 2:5-10Rate this question:
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- 12.
The brother of Moses was named:
- A.
Aaron
- B.
Joshua
- C.
Levi
- D.
Abraham
Correct Answer
A. AaronExplanation
See: Exodus 4:14Rate this question:
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- 13.
Where did Moses first encounter the Lord?
- A.
In a dream
- B.
In a vision
- C.
At a well
- D.
At a burning bush
Correct Answer
D. At a burning bushExplanation
See: Exodus 3:2Rate this question:
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- 14.
Where did Moses send men to spy out the land?
- A.
Caanan
- B.
Egypt
- C.
Midian
- D.
Syria
Correct Answer
A. CaananExplanation
See: Numbers 13:2Rate this question:
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- 15.
How old was Moses when he died?
- A.
100
- B.
120
- C.
270
- D.
290
Correct Answer
B. 120Explanation
See: Deuteronomy 34:7Rate this question:
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- 16.
Who was chosen to lead Israel after Moses had died?
- A.
Lot
- B.
David
- C.
Joshua
- D.
Saul
Correct Answer
C. JoshuaExplanation
See: Deuteronomy 34:9Rate this question:
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- 17.
In the book of Joshua, how long did God lead the children of Israel around in the wilderness before arriving at the promised land?
- A.
Forty years
- B.
Forty months
- C.
Forty weeks
- D.
He didn't
Correct Answer
D. He didn'tExplanation
See: Joshua 2:22;3:3Rate this question:
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