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    Who was chosen to lead Israel after Moses had died?

    • Lot
    • David
    • Joshua
    • Saul
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Explore foundational biblical narratives with the 'Old Testament MCQ Test: Quiz!' Delve into the origins of humanity, key biblical figures, and foundational texts. Assess your understanding of Genesis, the Pentateuch, and pivotal characters in a concise, engaging format.

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  • 2. 

    Where did Moses first encounter the Lord?

    • In a dream

    • In a vision

    • At a well

    • At a burning bush

    Correct Answer
    A. At a burning bush
    Explanation
    See: Exodus 3:2

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  • 3. 

    Who wrote the first five books of the Bible?

    • Adam

    • Moses

    • David

    • Abraham

    Correct Answer
    A. Moses
    Explanation
    Moses is credited with writing the first five books of the Bible, also known as the Pentateuch or the Torah. These books are Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy. Moses is believed to have received divine revelation from God and recorded the events, laws, and teachings that form the foundation of Jewish and Christian faiths. His authorship is traditionally accepted and supported by biblical scholars and religious traditions. Thus, Moses is the most fitting answer to the question.

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  • 4. 

    The first five books of the Bible are called:

    • The Pentagon

    • The Pentateuch

    • The Menorah

    • The Memorandum

    Correct Answer
    A. The Pentateuch
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "The Pentateuch" because it refers to the first five books of the Bible, which are Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy. The term "Pentateuch" comes from the Greek words "penta," meaning "five," and "teuchos," meaning "scroll" or "book." These books are considered foundational in the Hebrew Bible and provide important historical and religious narratives, including the creation of the world, the story of the Israelites' liberation from Egypt, and the giving of the Ten Commandments.

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  • 5. 

    The brother of Moses was named:

    • Aaron

    • Joshua

    • Levi

    • Abraham

    Correct Answer
    A. Aaron
    Explanation
    See: Exodus 4:14

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  • 6. 

    Who found Moses and adopted him?

    • The Pharaoh's wife

    • The Pharaoh's daughter

    • The Pharaoh's sister

    • The Pharaoh's maid-servant

    Correct Answer
    A. The Pharaoh's daughter
    Explanation
    See: Exodus 2:5-10

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  • 7. 

    Who was Adam and Eve's first son?

    • Seth

    • Abel

    • Cain

    • Joshua

    Correct Answer
    A. Cain
    Explanation
    See: Genesis 4:1

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  • 8. 

    Which of Adam and Eve's sons was 'a tiller of the ground'?

    • Enosh

    • Cain

    • Seth

    • Abel

    Correct Answer
    A. Cain
    Explanation
    See: Genesis 4:2

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  • 9. 

    Which of Adam and Eve's sons was 'a keeper of sheep'?

    • Enosh

    • Cain

    • Seth

    • Abel

    Correct Answer
    A. Abel
    Explanation
    See: Genesis 4:2

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  • 10. 

     How old was Moses when he died?

    • 100

    • 120

    • 270

    • 290

    Correct Answer
    A. 120
    Explanation
    See: Deuteronomy 34:7

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  • 11. 

    Where did Moses send men to spy out the land?

    • Caanan

    • Egypt

    • Midian

    • Syria

    Correct Answer
    A. Caanan
    Explanation
    See: Numbers 13:2

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  • 12. 

    The book of Genesis is the book that tells the story of:

    • The Creation, Cain and Abel and Noah and the Ark.

    • The tower of Babel, Abraham, Isaac and Jacob.

    • Joseph in Egypt.

    • All of the above.

    Correct Answer
    A. 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 and the story of Adam and Eve, then goes on to narrate 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 tells the story of Joseph and his time in Egypt. Therefore, the correct answer is "All of the above" as the book of Genesis covers all these stories and events.

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  • 13. 

    Moses was hidden among the bulrushes in what river:

    • Euphrates

    • Jordan

    • Nile

    • Tigris

    Correct Answer
    A. Nile
    Explanation
    See: Exodus 2:1-10

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  • 14. 

    After Adam and Eve sinned, what did God make for them?

    • A garment of fig leaves

    • Coats of skin

    • Clothing made from the dust of the earth

    • A loincloth of pure linen

    Correct Answer
    A. Coats of skin
    Explanation
    See: Genesis 3:21

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  • 15. 

    Why did Adam call his wife Eve?

    • She was the firstborn among women

    • She was a help meet fit for him

    • She was the mother of all living

    • She was taken out of man

    Correct Answer
    A. She was the mother of all living
    Explanation
    See: Genesis 3:20

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  • 16. 

    The book of Exodus tells the story of:

    • The reign of Joseph in Egypt

    • Moses and the Israelites coming out of Egypt

    • The building of Solomon's temple

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the above
    Explanation
    The book of Exodus tells the story of all the options mentioned. It begins with the reign of Joseph in Egypt, then goes on to describe Moses and the Israelites coming out of Egypt, and finally includes the building of Solomon's temple. The book covers a wide range of historical events and narratives related to the Israelites and their journey from slavery to freedom.

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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?

    • Forty years

    • Forty months

    • Forty weeks

    • He didn't

    Correct Answer
    A. He didn't
    Explanation
    See: Joshua 2:22;3:3

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