Acts Chapter 27 Review
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According to Verse 1, where did they decide to sail to?
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Rome
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Italy
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Crete
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Ephesus
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Based off of reading Acts Chapter 27. You will have approximately 15 minutes to complete this homework assignment.
This assignment is worth 18 points.
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In preparation to sail, Paul and some other prisoners were handed over to a centurion named ______________.
Explanation
In preparation to sail, Paul and some other prisoners were handed over to a centurion named Julius.Rate this question:
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When they landed at Sidon, Julius, in kindness to Paul, allowed him to see his friends so they could provide for his needs.
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True
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False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The given statement is true. When they arrived in Sidon, Julius, who was in charge of Paul as a prisoner, showed kindness by allowing him to see his friends. This would have given Paul the opportunity to receive support and provisions from his friends while he was in Sidon.Rate this question:
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What prevented them from getting to their destination on the sea much faster?
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Wind
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Rain
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Pirates
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The Cracken
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A. WindExplanation
The wind prevented them from getting to their destination on the sea much faster because it created resistance and slowed down the speed of their boat or ship. The force of the wind pushing against the sails made it difficult for them to move forward quickly.Rate this question:
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Paul did not warn the sailors that their lives were in danger even though he knew it was.
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True
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False
Correct Answer
A. FalseExplanation
The correct answer is False. This is because the statement says that Paul did not warn the sailors about the danger, implying that he knew their lives were at risk. Therefore, the correct answer is False, indicating that Paul did not warn the sailors despite being aware of the danger they were in.Rate this question:
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The wind of hurricane force was called what?
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The northeaster
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The southwester
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The northwester
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The southeaster
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A. The northeasterExplanation
The wind of hurricane force that is called the northeaster is a strong wind that blows from the northeast direction. This wind is commonly associated with storms and hurricanes in the northern hemisphere. It is characterized by its strong intensity and can cause significant damage due to its powerful gusts and sustained high speeds. The northeaster wind is known for its ability to create storm surges, coastal flooding, and erosion along coastal areas.Rate this question:
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What did the men do to the ship in attempt to prevent it from breaking apart in the storm?
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All gathered to one side of the boat
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Dropped anchor all the way down to the ground
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Passed ropes under the ship
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Ditched the lifeboats
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A. Passed ropes under the shipExplanation
In order to prevent the ship from breaking apart in the storm, the men passed ropes under the ship. This action would help to secure the ship and provide additional support, reducing the chances of it breaking apart.Rate this question:
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What lead the men to finally give up hope of ever being saved?
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They hadn't seen the sun nor stars for many days
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The ship was breaking apart
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There was no food left aboard
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They lost sight of land
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A. They hadn't seen the sun nor stars for many daysExplanation
The men finally gave up hope of ever being saved because they hadn't seen the sun nor stars for many days. This lack of celestial navigation made it impossible for them to determine their position or navigate their way to safety.Rate this question:
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On the fourteenth night they were still being driven across the ___________ Sea when they sensed that they were approaching land.
Correct Answer
Adriatic
adriaticExplanation
The correct answer is "Adriatic" or "adriatic." The sentence states that they were being driven across the sea and sensed that they were approaching land on the fourteenth night. Since the Adriatic Sea is a well-known body of water, it is reasonable to assume that they were crossing the Adriatic Sea and nearing land. Therefore, "Adriatic" or "adriatic" is the correct answer.Rate this question:
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Paul said there were _______ people on board?
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276Explanation
Paul stated that there were 276 people on board.Rate this question:
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What did the soldiers plan to do with the prisoners after the boat had broken up?
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Kill them
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Let them go free
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Let them sink with the ship
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Keep moving them on
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A. Kill themExplanation
The soldiers planned to kill the prisoners after the boat had broken up. This suggests that the soldiers did not intend to let the prisoners go free or let them sink with the ship. Instead, their intention was to eliminate the prisoners, possibly as a means of preventing them from escaping or providing any information that could be used against them. The answer implies a violent and ruthless approach by the soldiers towards the prisoners.Rate this question:
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