Lamentations

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How much do we really know? This Quiz game is all about the book of Lamentations. As always this is a open book Quiz, you may use your bible. The answers to this quiz will be posted when the next quiz is posted.

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1.

What has Jerusalem become like when the lamenter of Lamentations grieves over its destruction?
- A.
  
  A princess
- B.
  
  A chief
- C.
  
  A widow
- D.
  
  A virgin
Correct Answer
C. A widow

Explanation
The correct answer is "A widow." In Lamentations, the lamenter grieves over the destruction of Jerusalem, comparing it to a widow. This suggests that Jerusalem has lost its former glory and is now in a state of mourning and despair, much like a widow who has lost her spouse. The imagery of a widow emphasizes the sense of loss and devastation experienced by the city.

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Jerusalem was known as the ______ of Zion.
- A.
  
  Lion
- B.
  
  Daughter
- C.
  
  Priest
- D.
  
  Enemy
Correct Answer
B. Daughter

Explanation
Jerusalem was known as the "Daughter of Zion" because in biblical texts, the term "Daughter of Zion" is used as a poetic metaphor to refer to the city of Jerusalem. This metaphor portrays Jerusalem as a cherished and protected entity, symbolizing its significance and importance in religious and historical contexts. The term emphasizes the city's spiritual and cultural significance, highlighting its role as the center of worship and the chosen city of God.

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What did Jerusalem do that made God so angry that he destroyed it?
- A.
  
  Wept constantly
- B.
  
  Mocked the Sabbath
- C.
  
  Sinned grievously
- D.
  
  Ate forbidden fruit
Correct Answer
C. Sinned grievously

Explanation
Jerusalem made God so angry that he destroyed it because they sinned grievously. This implies that the people of Jerusalem committed serious offenses against God, going against his commandments and engaging in immoral behavior. Their actions were so severe that it provoked God's anger and led to the destruction of the city.

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What is the Lord's fury toward the sinful Jerusalem like?
- A.
  
  Fire
- B.
  
  Dirt
- C.
  
  Water
- D.
  
  Wind
Correct Answer
A. Fire

Explanation
The Lord's fury toward the sinful Jerusalem is compared to fire. Fire is often used as a symbol of destruction and punishment in religious texts, representing the intensity and wrath of God's anger. It signifies the devastation and judgment that will be brought upon the sinful city as a result of their transgressions. The imagery of fire emphasizes the severity of the Lord's fury and the consequences that will be faced by the sinful Jerusalem.

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Which of these places in Jerusalem did the Lord destroy?
- A.
  
  Altar
- B.
  
  Sanctuary
- C.
  
  Palaces
- D.
  
  All of the above
Correct Answer
D. All of the above

Explanation
The Lord destroyed all of the above places in Jerusalem. This implies that the Lord destroyed the altar, sanctuary, and palaces in Jerusalem.

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What did the elders of Jerusalem wear as the city was destroyed?
- A.
  
  Animal skin
- B.
  
  Fig leaves
- C.
  
  Linen
- D.
  
  Sackcloth
Correct Answer
D. Sackcloth

Explanation
During the destruction of Jerusalem, the elders of the city wore sackcloth. Sackcloth is a coarse, rough fabric made from goat or camel hair, which was commonly worn as a symbol of mourning or repentance in biblical times. The elders likely wore sackcloth as a sign of their grief and sorrow over the city's destruction. This choice of clothing conveyed their deep sadness and remorse during this tragic event.

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Which of these foods did the starving children of the fallen Jerusalem ask for?
- A.
  
  Fruit
- B.
  
  Corn
- C.
  
  Manna
- D.
  
  Meat
Correct Answer
B. Corn

Explanation
The starving children of the fallen Jerusalem asked for corn.

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8.

What was the city of Jerusalem known as before its fall?
- A.
  
  The perfection of beauty
- B.
  
  The joy of the whole earth
- C.
  
  The lover of vanity
- D.
  
  Options 1 & 2
- E.
  
  All of the above
Correct Answer
D. Options 1 & 2

Explanation
Before its fall, the city of Jerusalem was known as "The perfection of beauty" and "The joy of the whole earth". These descriptions highlight the city's significance and splendor, emphasizing its importance and desirability to people from all over the world.

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What did the phrase "the apple of thine eye" originally refer to (thine being the Lord's)?
- A.
  
  Bethlehem
- B.
  
  Eden
- C.
  
  Jerusalem
- D.
  
  Nazareth
- E.
  
  Samaria
Correct Answer
C. Jerusalem

Explanation
The phrase "the apple of thine eye" originally referred to Jerusalem. This phrase is a metaphor used to describe something or someone that is cherished, protected, and held in high regard. In this context, it symbolizes Jerusalem as a place of great importance and significance to the Lord.

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10.

Why is the central poem/chapter of Lamentations different than the others?
- A.
  
  It is written by a woman.
- B.
  
  It is shorter.
- C.
  
  It is told from one representative man.
- D.
  
  It does not mention the Lord at all.
Correct Answer
C. It is told from one representative man.

Explanation
The central poem/chapter of Lamentations is different from the others because it is told from one representative man. This implies that the other poems/chapters may be told from different perspectives or voices.

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Lamentations

What has Jerusalem become like when the lamenter of Lamentations grieves over its destruction?

Jerusalem was known as the ______ of Zion.

What did Jerusalem do that made God so angry that he destroyed it?

What is the Lord's fury toward the sinful Jerusalem like?

Which of these places in Jerusalem did the Lord destroy?

What did the elders of Jerusalem wear as the city was destroyed?

Which of these foods did the starving children of the fallen Jerusalem ask for?

What was the city of Jerusalem known as before its fall?

What did the phrase "the apple of thine eye" originally refer to (thine being the Lord's)?

Why is the central poem/chapter of Lamentations different than the others?