Early Life Of Jesus

Question 1

What are the two primary biblical accounts of the birth of Jesus?

Answer 1

The accounts in the Gospels of Matthew and Luke.

Question 2

In which Gospel is the visit of the Magi mentioned?

Answer 2

The Gospel of Matthew.

Question 3

True or False: The Gospel of Luke includes the story of the shepherds visiting Jesus.

Answer 3

True.

Question 4

What is the name of Jesus’ mother?

Answer 4

Mary.

Question 5

Fill in the blank: Jesus was born in ______.

Answer 5

Bethlehem.

Question 6

Which Jewish group was known for strict adherence to the Law and traditions?

Answer 6

The Pharisees.

Question 7

What was the purpose of the Jerusalem Temple?

Answer 7

To serve as the center of worship and sacrifice for the Jewish people.

Question 8

Who was the ruler of Judea at the time of Jesus’ birth?

Answer 8

King Herod.

Question 9

Multiple choice: Which Gospel begins with a genealogy of Jesus? A) Mark B) Matthew C) Luke D) John

Answer 9

B) Matthew.

Question 10

What angel announced the birth of Jesus to Mary?

Answer 10

The angel Gabriel.

Question 11

True or False: The Jewish group known as the Sadducees believed in the resurrection of the dead.

Answer 11

False.

Question 12

What sign did the angel give to the shepherds?

Answer 12

A baby wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger.

Question 13

Fill in the blank: Jesus was born during the reign of ______.

Answer 13

Herod the Great.

Question 14

What were the gifts brought by the Magi?

Answer 14

Gold, frankincense, and myrrh.

Question 15

Which Jewish group focused on mystical interpretations of the Scriptures?

Answer 15

The Essenes.

Question 16

What was the primary function of the priests in the Jerusalem Temple?

Answer 16

To perform sacrifices and maintain the temple rituals.

Question 17

Multiple choice: Which Gospel presents the nativity story with emphasis on Mary? A) Mark B) Matthew C) Luke D) John

Answer 17

C) Luke.

Question 18

What is the significance of the census mentioned in Luke’s account?

Answer 18

It required Joseph and Mary to travel to Bethlehem.

Question 19

True or False: The temple was destroyed in 70 AD.

Answer 19

True.

Question 20

In which Gospel is the story of Jesus’ birth described as occurring in a manger?

Answer 20

The Gospel of Luke.

Question 21

What does the term ‘Messiah’ mean in a Jewish context?

Answer 21

Anointed one or savior.

Question 22

Fill in the blank: Joseph was a ______ by trade.

Answer 22

Carpenter.

Question 23

Which group of Jews was primarily composed of the wealthy and held political power?

Answer 23

The Sadducees.

Question 24

What prophecy was fulfilled by Jesus’ birth in Bethlehem?

Answer 24

The prophecy of Micah 5:2.

Question 25

Multiple choice: Which Gospel includes a song of praise by Mary? A) Matthew B) Mark C) Luke D) John

Answer 25

C) Luke.

Question 26

Who was the high priest during the time of Jesus' birth?

Answer 26

Caiaphas.

Question 27

True or False: The Gospel of Matthew includes a dream warning Joseph to flee to Egypt.

Answer 27

True.

Question 28

What did the shepherds do after visiting Jesus?

Answer 28

They spread the word about what they had seen.

Question 29

Fill in the blank: Jesus was presented in the temple _____ days after his birth.

Answer 29

40.

Question 30

What was the significance of Simeon and Anna in the temple?

Answer 30

They recognized Jesus as the Messiah.

Question 31

Which Jewish sect believed in strict observance of the Sabbath and rituals?

Answer 31

The Pharisees.

Question 32

Multiple choice: What did Herod order after the visit from the Magi? A) A feast B) The slaughter of infants C) A celebration D) A tax

Answer 32

B) The slaughter of infants.

Question 33

What does 'Emanuel' mean?

Answer 33

God with us.

Question 34

True or False: Jesus' birth was announced to the shepherds by an angel.

Answer 34

True.

Question 35

Fill in the blank: Jesus' family fled to ______ to escape Herod.

Answer 35

Egypt.

Question 36

What role did the temple play in Jesus' life as an adult?

Answer 36

He taught and debated there.

Question 37

Which Gospel begins with the phrase 'In the beginning was the Word'?

Answer 37

The Gospel of John.

Question 38

What was the purpose of the Magi's visit?

Answer 38

To pay homage to the newborn king.

Question 39

Multiple choice: Which Jewish group did not believe in oral tradition? A) Pharisees B) Sadducees C) Essenes D) Zealots

Answer 39

B) Sadducees.

Question 40

What was the name of the prophet who foretold the coming of Jesus?

Answer 40

Isaiah.

Question 41

True or False: The Gospel of Luke provides a detailed account of Jesus' childhood.

Answer 41

True.

Question 42

Fill in the blank: Joseph and Mary were ______ when they traveled to Bethlehem.

Answer 42

Engaged.

Question 43

What did the angels sing at the birth of Jesus?

Answer 43

Glory to God in the highest.

Question 44

Which Gospel mentions Elizabeth, the mother of John the Baptist?

Answer 44

The Gospel of Luke.

Question 45

What was the main religious text for Jews at the time of Jesus?

Answer 45

The Torah.

Question 46

Multiple choice: Who was the first to visit Jesus after his birth? A) The Magi B) The shepherds C) The priests D) The Pharisees

Answer 46

B) The shepherds.

Question 47

True or False: Jesus was born in a palace.

Answer 47

False.

Question 48

Fill in the blank: Jesus was born during the time of the ______.

Answer 48

Roman Empire.

Question 49

What was the main role of the Zealots?

Answer 49

To resist Roman occupation.

Question 50

Which Jewish group lived in communal settings and practiced asceticism?

Answer 50

The Essenes.

Question 51

What was the significance of the star the Magi followed?

Answer 51

It guided them to the birthplace of Jesus.

Question 52

Multiple choice: Who declared that all the world should be taxed? A) Caesar Augustus B) King Herod C) Pontius Pilate D) John the Baptist

Answer 52

A) Caesar Augustus.

Question 53

True or False: The birth of Jesus is celebrated on December 25th.

Answer 53

True.

Question 54

Fill in the blank: The temple was built by ______ in Jerusalem.

Answer 54

Herod the Great.

Question 55

What was the role of the Sanhedrin?

Answer 55

To serve as the Jewish council and court.

Question 56

What did Mary do after the birth of Jesus according to Luke?

Answer 56

She pondered all these things in her heart.

Question 57

Multiple choice: Which Gospel emphasizes Jesus' divine nature? A) Matthew B) Mark C) Luke D) John

Answer 57

D) John.

Question 58

True or False: Jesus' birth narratives are found in all four Gospels.

Answer 58

False.

Question 59

Fill in the blank: Jesus was circumcised on the ______ day after his birth.

Answer 59

Eighth.

Question 60

What is a key theme present in the birth narratives of Jesus?

Answer 60

Fulfillment of prophecy.

Question 61

Which Jewish sect was known for their apocalyptic beliefs?

Answer 61

The Essenes.

Question 62

What does the term 'Nativity' refer to?

Answer 62

The birth of Jesus.

Question 63

Multiple choice: Who recognized Jesus as the Messiah when he was presented in the temple? A) Simeon B) Anna C) Both A and B D) None of the above

Answer 63

C) Both A and B.

Question 64

True or False: The shepherds were visited by a single angel.

Answer 64

False.

Question 65

Fill in the blank: The temple was considered the ______ of the Jewish faith.

Answer 65

Center.

Question 66

What was the Jewish festival celebrated during the time of Jesus' birth?

Answer 66

Passover.

Question 67

What message did the angel give to Joseph in a dream?

Answer 67

To take Mary as his wife.

Question 68

Multiple choice: Who tried to kill Jesus shortly after his birth? A) Pontius Pilate B) King Herod C) The Pharisees D) The Sadducees

Answer 68

B) King Herod.

Question 69

True or False: Jesus was born in a stable.

Answer 69

True.