1.
Naomi told Ruth she should do the same as her sister-in-law and go back to her own people and her own what? Ruth 1:15
Correct Answer
A. Gods
Explanation
In Ruth 1:15, Naomi advises Ruth to go back to her own people and her own gods. This suggests that Naomi is referring to the gods worshipped by Ruth's own people, which may have been different from the gods worshipped by Naomi and her family. This highlights the cultural and religious differences between the two women and emphasizes the importance of staying connected to one's own beliefs and traditions.
2.
Why had Naomi, her husband and children left Israel to begin with? Ruth 1:1
Correct Answer
A. There was a famine in the land
Explanation
Naomi, her husband, and children left Israel because there was a famine in the land. This suggests that they were facing a scarcity of food and resources in their homeland, which compelled them to seek better prospects and survival elsewhere.
3.
What did Ruth say that she had when she first left Israel? Ruth 1:21
Correct Answer
C. She had everything she wanted
Explanation
Ruth said that she had everything she wanted when she first left Israel. This suggests that she had all the material possessions and comforts that she desired at that time.
4.
What did Ruth say God sent her back to Israel with? Ruth 1:21
Correct Answer
C. Nothing
Explanation
Ruth stated that God sent her back to Israel with nothing. This implies that she returned empty-handed and without any possessions or material wealth. It suggests that Ruth's journey back to Israel was not accompanied by any physical blessings or tangible resources.
5.
How was Naomi related to the rich man, Boaz? Ruth 2:1
Correct Answer
B. Boaz was related to Naomi's deceased husband
Explanation
Naomi's deceased husband was Boaz's relative. This suggests that Boaz and Naomi were related through marriage.
6.
When Boaz came to his field, how did he greet his workers? Ruth 2:4
Correct Answer
C. "The Lord be with you"
Explanation
In Ruth 2:4, Boaz greeted his workers by saying "The Lord be with you". This greeting shows Boaz's faith and his desire for God's presence and blessings to be with his workers. It also indicates his recognition of God's sovereignty and his acknowledgement that their work is ultimately for the glory of God.
7.
How did the workers in Boaz's field respond to his greeting? Ruth 2:4
Correct Answer
C. And may the Lord bless you
Explanation
The workers in Boaz's field responded to his greeting by saying "And may the Lord bless you." This indicates that they were grateful for his greeting and wished him blessings in return. It also suggests that they had a positive and respectful relationship with Boaz, as they responded with a kind and well-wishing statement.
8.
Did Boaz tell Ruth that the Lord would reward her for leaving her own mother and father, and instead of coming with her mother-in-law? Ruth 2:11-12
Correct Answer
A. Yes
Explanation
In Ruth 2:11-12, Boaz acknowledges Ruth's loyalty and devotion to her mother-in-law, Naomi. He praises her for leaving her own mother and father and choosing to stay with Naomi. While the specific mention of the Lord rewarding her for this decision is not stated in these verses, Boaz's words imply that Ruth's actions will not go unnoticed by God and that she will be blessed for her faithfulness. Therefore, the correct answer is "Yes."
9.
Who was Boaz and Ruth's great-grandson? Ruth 4:16
Correct Answer
A. David
Explanation
Boaz and Ruth's great-grandson was David. This can be inferred from Ruth 4:16, which states that Ruth gave birth to a son named Obed, who became the father of Jesse, and Jesse was the father of David. Therefore, David is the correct answer.
10.
Using your concordance: Who was Perez? Ruth 4:18-22
Correct Answer
C. He was one of the twin sons of Judah and Tamar
Explanation
Perez is mentioned in Ruth 4:18-22 as one of the twin sons of Judah and Tamar. This information can be found by using a concordance to search for references to Perez in the Bible.