The Book Of Jonah

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    Which city did God ask Jonah to go to?

    • Joppa
    • Tarshish
    • Nineveh
    • Bethlehem
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This is a quiz regarding the book of Jonah. This was created toassess how well you know the book.

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  • 2. 

    How did the city react to Jonah's message of destruction?

    • They repented

    • They ignored him

    • They tried to kill him

    • They chased him into the desert

    Correct Answer
    A. They repented
    Explanation
    The city reacted to Jonah's message of destruction by repenting. This means that they acknowledged their wrongdoing and expressed sincere regret for their actions. Instead of ignoring him, trying to kill him, or chasing him into the desert, they chose to change their ways and turn away from their destructive behavior.

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  • 3. 

    What was Jonah doing on the ship while the storm was raging?

    • Praying

    • Hiding in the kitchen

    • Sleeping

    • Reading

    Correct Answer
    A. Sleeping
    Explanation
    Jonah was sleeping on the ship while the storm was raging.

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  • 4. 

    Where did Jonah go after reaching dry land?

    • Jerusalem

    • Nineveh

    • Joppa

    • Damascus

    Correct Answer
    A. Nineveh
    Explanation
    After reaching dry land, Jonah went to Nineveh. This is evident from the biblical story of Jonah, where he was initially swallowed by a large fish and then vomited out onto dry land. Following this, Jonah obeyed God's command to go to Nineveh and deliver a message of repentance to its people. Therefore, Nineveh is the correct answer as it aligns with the narrative of Jonah's journey.

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  • 5. 

    How long was it before Jonah reached dry land?

    • 1 day

    • 2 days

    • 3 days

    • 4 days

    Correct Answer
    A. 3 days
    Explanation
    Jonah reached dry land after three days. This is stated in the Bible, specifically in the book of Jonah. After being swallowed by a large fish, Jonah spent three days and three nights inside the fish before being vomited out onto dry land. This event is significant as it symbolizes Jonah's repentance and God's mercy.

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  • 6. 

    Who suggested that Jonah be thrown overboard?

    • The ship's captain

    • The ship's cook

    • The captain's parrot

    • Jonah himself

    Correct Answer
    A. Jonah himself
    Explanation
    Jonah himself suggested that he be thrown overboard. This can be inferred from the story of Jonah in the Bible, where he admits to the sailors on the ship that he is the cause of the storm they are facing and tells them to throw him into the sea to calm the storm.

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  • 7. 

    Who was the father of Jonah?

    • Amittai

    • Zechariah

    • Uzziah

    • Beor

    Correct Answer
    A. Amittai
    Explanation
    Amittai is the correct answer because according to the biblical account in the Book of Jonah, Amittai is mentioned as the father of Jonah. This is further supported by historical and religious texts that attribute Jonah's paternity to Amittai. Therefore, based on the available information, Amittai is the most suitable answer to the question.

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    Which city did Jonah attempt to flee to instead?

    • Nineveh

    • Joppa

    • Bethlehem

    • Tarshish

    Correct Answer
    A. Tarshish
    Explanation
    Jonah attempted to flee to Tarshish instead of going to Nineveh.

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  • 9. 

    What killed the plant that God had provided Jonah for shade?

    • The hot sun

    • Lack of water

    • Locusts

    • A worm

    Correct Answer
    A. A worm
    Explanation
    A worm killed the plant that God had provided Jonah for shade. This suggests that the plant was infested with a destructive worm that caused its demise. The worm likely ate away at the plant, leading to its death.

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    What did the ship's crew do once the storm had ceased?

    • They made sacrifices to God

    • Set sail for home

    • Tried to rescue Jonah

    • Ate great feast

    Correct Answer
    A. They made sacrifices to God
    Explanation
    Once the storm had ceased, the ship's crew made sacrifices to God. This suggests that they believed the storm was a result of divine intervention or punishment, and they sought to appease God by offering sacrifices. This action reflects their religious beliefs and their desire to show gratitude and seek forgiveness for surviving the storm.

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