Final Prep

Question 1

What is theology?
A. The study of God, faith and religious beliefs.
B. The study of human behavior.
C. The study of ancient civilizations.
D. The study of church music.

Answer 1

A

Question 2

Why does theology matter?
A. It helps make people religious.
B. It provides a framework for faith, articulates beliefs, and guides ethical decisions.
C. It eliminates the need for Faith.
D. It is only useful for pastors and scholars.

Answer 2

B

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT one of the four methods of studying theology?
A. Biblical theology.
B. Systematic theology.
C. Rational theology.
D. Practical theology.

Answer 3

C

Question 4

What were early Christians primarily relying on for teaching before formal doctrine was developed?
A. The New Testament.
B. Scripture and apostolic tradition.
C. The Pope’s teachings.
D. Greek philosophy.

Answer 4

B

Question 5

What is the purpose of a creed?
A. To create division among Christians.
B. To unify believers and preserve orthodox doctrine.
C. To replace the Bible.
D. To explain Greek philosophy.

Answer 5

B

Question 6

What does the term “orthodox” mean?
A. Beliefs that align with historical Christian teachings.
B. Any new theological idea?
C. A rejection of traditional Christianity.
D. A political movement.

Answer 6

A

Question 7

What is Christology?
A. The study of the Holy Spirit.
B. The study of Jesus Christ’s nature, person, and work.
C. The study of angels.
D. The study of miracles.

Answer 7

B

Question 8

What is Soteriology?
A. The study of salvation.
B. The study of the church.
C. The study of angels.
D. The study of the Holy Spirit.

Answer 8

A

Question 9

What does the Greek word Ekklesia mean?
A. The chosen ones.
B. The faithful ones.
C. The called-out ones.
D. The holy ones.

Answer 9

C

Question 10

What is eschatology?
A. The study of salvation.
B. The study of the end times and final things.
C. The study of the church.
D. The study of sin.

Answer 10

B

Question 11

Which religious movement was sparked by Martin Luther‘s 95 thesis posted on October 31, 1517?
A. The crusades.
B. The great awakening.
C. The protestant reformation.
D. The enlightenment.

Answer 11

C

Question 12

A cult is defined as a religious group that:
A. Practices ancient rituals.
B. Denies or distorts essential Christian doctrines.
C. Follows a strict dietary law.
D. Celebrates festivals in unusual ways.

Answer 12

B

Question 13

Why is it important to study cults?
A. To argue with cult members.
B. To strengthen biblical knowledge and defend orthodox Christianity.
C. To join their religious practices.
D. To learn new spiritual techniques.

Answer 13

B

Question 14

What is a major issue with language used by cults?
A. It is too complex for most people to understand.
B. They redefined historical Christian terms to fit their own teachings.
C. It is always in an ancient language.
D. It is overly poetic and symbolic.

Answer 14

B

Question 15

Which doctrine is most often distorted by cults?
A. The practice of communion.
B. Rules for church leadership.
C. Christology - the nature and identity of Jesus.
D. Christian music and worship styles.

Answer 15

C

Question 16

The defining question when evaluating a cult’s religious belief is:
A. How do they practice worship?
B. Do they read the Bible regularly?
C. What holidays do they celebrate?
D. What do they think about Jesus?

Answer 16

D

Question 17

Who was the founder of the Bible Students movement that became the Jehovah’s Witnesses?
A. William Miller.
B. Joseph Smith.
C. Charles Taze Russell.
D. Judge JF Rutherford.

Answer 17

C

Question 18

Which religious group significantly influenced Russell‘s early theological development?
A. Mormonism
B. Catholicism.
C. Seventh day Baptist.
D. Adventists.

Answer 18

D

Question 19

Which publication did Russell began to spread his teachings?
A. Zion’s Watch Tower and Harold of Christ’s Presence.
B. The Millennial Messenger.
C. A Christian Harold.
D. The Adventist Announcer.

Answer 19

A

Question 20

Why do Jehovah’s Witnesses emphasize the use of the name “Jehovah”?
A. They believe it is the most accurate rendering of God‘s name.
B. It is a tradition passed down from the early church fathers.
C. It distinguishes Jesus from other religious figures
D. It is a requirement for salvation in their theology.

Answer 20

A

Question 21

Which statement best describes Jehovah’s Witnesses view on salvation?
A. Salvation is by faith alone without works.
B. Salvation is guaranteed once somebody believes in Jesus.
C. Salvation is not possible for humans.
D. Salvation is achieved through faith and works.

Answer 21

D

Question 22

Which practice is required for Jehovah’s Witnesses as part of their faith?
A. Regularly donating blood.
B. Going door-to-door for evangelism.
C. Speaking in tongues during worship.
D. Participating in political campaigns.

Answer 22

B

Question 23

What religious tradition was Mary Baker Eddy raised in?
A. Baptist.
B. Methodist.
C. Congregationalist.
D. Presbyterian.

Answer 23

C

Question 24

Which of the following did Eddy NOT experience in her 20s?
A. Death of her favorite brother.
B. Death of her mother.
C. Death of her first born.
D. Death of her first husband.

Answer 24

C

Question 25

What event did Eddy describe as a divine revelation proving that disease was an illusion? A. Her baptism. B. Recovery from a fall after reading Matthew 9. C. Her first public healing. D. The publication of her book.

Answer 25

B

Question 26

What was the title of Eddy’s key publication in 1875 used as a training manual? A. Science and health with Key to the scriptures. B. The science of healing C. Divine Mind and healing. D. The Christian science guide

Answer 26

A

Question 27

In 1879 the church of Christ, Scientist was incorporated with its first church built in: A. Providence, Rhode Island B. Plymouth, Massachusetts. C. Manchester, New Hampshire. D. Boston, Massachusetts.

Answer 27

D

Question 28

Which publication did Eddy found that one multiple Pulitzer Prizes? A. Christian Science Journal. B. The Christian Science Monitor C. The Science Times. D. The Divine Mind Digest.

Answer 28

B

Question 29

How does Christian science define God? A. Personal and loving creator. B. Impersonal Divine Mind. C. Triune Godhead. D. Spirit of Nature.

Answer 29

B

Question 30

How is salvation achieved in Christian Science? A. Faith in Jesus Christ. B. Good deeds. C. Realization of Divine Science. D. Baptism.

Answer 30

C

Question 31

How does Christian Science define heaven? A. Literal place after death. B. A spiritual state of harmony. C. Planetary existence. D. And unknown future destination.

Answer 31

B

Question 32

What major religious movement influenced Joseph Smith’s upbringing? A. The First Great Awakening. B. The Second Great Awakening. C. The Protestant Reformation. D. The Burned-over Revival.

Answer 32

B

Question 33

According to Joseph Smith’s First Vision, what did God the father and Jesus Christ tell him? A. He was destined to become a prophet B. All existing churches were corrupt. C. He should start a new political movement. D. The Second Coming was imminent.

Answer 33

B

Question 34

What is the name of the angel who Joseph Smith claimed revealed the location of the golden plates? A. Gabriel. B. Nephi C. Moroni D. Mormon.

Answer 34

C

Question 35

What was the first city where Joseph Smith formally organized the church? A. Kirkland, Ohio B. Fayette, New York. C. Nauvoo, Illinois. D. Independence, Missouri.

Answer 35

B

Question 36

What was the primary difference between the Aaronic and Melchizedek priesthood? A. The Aaronic priesthood deals with temporal ordinances, while the Melchizedek priesthood handles the spiritual ordinances. B. Only the Melchizedek priesthood allows for temporal ordinances C. The Aaronic priesthood grants full leadership authority. D. The Melchizedek priesthood is limited to young men under 18

Answer 36

A

Question 37

What controversial practice did Joseph Smith introduce in Nauvoo? A. Baptism for the dead. B. Polygamy. C. Temple worship. D. The Word of Wisdom.

Answer 37

B

Question 38

What event led to Joseph Smith’s arrest and eventual death? A. The destruction of the Nauvoo Expositor press. B. His campaign for US president. C. His refusal to disband the church. D. The Missouri Extermination order.

Answer 38

A

Question 39

Who became the leader of the LDS Church after Joseph Smith’s death? A. Hyrum Smith B. Oliver Cowdery C. Brigham Young. D. John Taylor.

Answer 39

C

Question 40

What was the US government’s main reason for opposing Utah statehood in the 19th century? A. Concerns over Mormon political power. B. The practice of polygamy. C. Economic instability. D. Religious freedom disputes.

Answer 40

B

Question 41

According to Mormon theology, what is unique about God the Father’s nature compared to orthodox Christian doctrine? A. He is a spirit without a physical body. B. He was once a mortal man who progressed to godhood. C. He is one with Jesus and the Holy Spirit in essence. D. He created the universe from nothing (ex nihilo)

Answer 41

B

Question 42

Which of the following is NOT considered a scripture in Latter-Day Saints Cannon? A. The Bible (KJV) B. The Book of Mormon. C. Doctrine and Covenants. D. The Apocrypha.

Answer 42

D

Question 43

According to the LDS Churches doctrine, what is “exaltation”? A. Achieving eternal life in the Celestial Kingdom. B. Becoming a god through obedience and spiritual progression. C. Receiving the Aaronic and Melchizedek priesthood. D. Serving in the First Presidency.

Answer 43

B

Question 44

According to Mormon teaching, how did Jesus and Lucifer differ in their pre-mortal roles? A. Jesus was chosen as the Savior, while Lucifer proposed a plan to eliminate free will. B. Jesus was a spirit child, and Lucifer was an angel C. Jesus wanted to establish a new church, while Lucifer wanted to destroy it. D. Jesus and Lucifer were equal being with different divine missions.

Answer 44

A

Question 45

Which is the oldest Eastern Religion, established on the Indian subcontinent around 1500 - 1000 BC? A. Buddhism. B. Shintoism. C. Sikhism D. Hinduism

Answer 45

D

Question 46

Which of the following religions was founded by Siddhartha Gautama? A. Taoism B. Confucianism C. Buddhism. D. Shinto.

Answer 46

C

Question 47

What is the ultimate goal in Hinduism, which involves liberation from the cycle of rebirth? A. Nirvana. B. Samsara. C. Moksha D. Dharma

Answer 47

C

Question 48

What is the name of the continuous cycle of birth, death, and rebirth in Eastern Religions? A. Moksha B. Samsara C. Reincarnation D. Nirvana

Answer 48

B

Question 49

Which Eastern religion promotes non-violence (ahimsa) and extreme asceticism as a path to liberation? A. Buddhism. B. Taoism C. Jainism. D. Shinto.

Answer 49

C

Question 50

Which of the following religions originated in China? A. Shinto and Jainism. B. Confucianism and Taoism. C. Buddhism and Sikhism D. Hinduism and Zoroastrianism.

Answer 50

B

Question 51

Which religion views “Kami” as spirits or deities associated with nature, ancestors, and sacred places? A. Shinto B. Taoism. C. Sikhism D. Confucianism.

Answer 51

A

Question 52

Which religion was founded by Laozi and values living in harmony with the Tao? A. Confucianism. B. Buddhism. C. Taoism. D. Jainism.

Answer 52

C

Question 53

Which of the following religions teaches that God’s, like humans, are bound by Samsara? A. Hinduism. B. Buddhism. C. Jainism D. Shinto.

Answer 53

B

Question 54

Which of the following statements reflects the main difference between Christianity and Eastern religions? A. Eastern religions focus on divine grace, while Christianity promotes self-liberation. B. Christianity believes in a cycle of rebirths, while Eastern religions follow a linear timeline. C. Eastern religions focus on self-liberation, while Christianity teaches grace-based salvation. D. Both believe in a personal God.

Answer 54

C

Question 55

According to Islamic tradition Muslims trace their lineage back to Abraham through which of his sons? A. Isaac. B. Esau C. Jacob. D. Ishmael.

Answer 55

D

Question 56

Which of the following best describes the Kaaba before the rise of Islam? A. A Christian church. B. A synagogue for Jewish worship. C. A shrine dedicated to 360 idols. D. A mosque for monotheistic worship.

Answer 56

C

Question 57

What city is considered the birthplace of Muhammad and the location of the Kaaba? A. Medina. B. Mecca C. Jerusalem. D. Baghdad.

Answer 57

B

Question 58

What is the Quran in Islam? A. A collection of Muhammad sayings and actions. B. The Islamic holy book, believed to be the literal word of Allah. C. A historical record of Muslim conquest. D. A legal code regulating Islamic society.

Answer 58

B

Question 59

What is the primary causes of the Sunni-Shia split? A. Disagreement over the divinity of Muhammad. B. Dispute over who should succeed Mohammed as a leader. C. Difference in the interpretation of the Quran. D. Conflict over the use of Sharia law.

Answer 59

B

Question 60

What is the primary difference between Sunni and Shia Muslims? A. Sunni Muslims believe in reincarnation, while Shia do not. B. Sunni Muslims except authority of elected leaders, while Shia believed leadership must remain in Muhammad’s family line. C. Sunni Muslims practice daily prayer, while Shia only pray once a day. D. Sunni Muslims view Muhammad as divine, while Shia see him as a prophet only.

Answer 60

B

Question 61

What is the purpose of the Five Pillars of Islam? A. To outline dietary restrictions for Muslims. B. To define the political structure of the Islamic Caliphate. C. To shape the Muslims spiritual identity and relationship with Allah. D. To describe the military conquests of early Islam.

Answer 61

C

Question 62

Which of the following is NOT one of the Five Pillars of Islam? A. Shahada (faith) B. Zakat (almsgiving) C. Jihad (holy war) D. Hajj (pilgrimage to Mecca)

Answer 62

C

Question 63

What is the role of Jesus (Isa) in Islamic belief? A. He is believed to be divine and part of the Trinity. B. He is considered the Son of God and the savior of humanity. C. He is viewed as a great prophet, but not divine. D. He is rejected entirely in Islamic theology.

Answer 63

C

Question 64

According to Islamic eschatology, what happens during Barzakh? A. Souls experience peace or punishment while awaiting the day of judgment. B. Muhammad returns to judge the living and the dead. C. Muslims are rewarded with paradise based on their deeds D. The Antichrist wages war against Allah’s followers.

Answer 64

A

Question 65

What is a common theme among the founders of various religious groups such as Russell, Eddy and Mohammed? A. They were all highly educated religious scholars. B. They claimed direct divine revelation without any prior struggles. C. They experienced unresolved trauma that influence their theology D. They were raised in strict Christian households.

Answer 65

C

Question 66

What key difference distinguishes Christianity from other major world religions, and historical American cults? A. It relies entirely on human effort to achieve salvation. B. It teaches that salvation is dependent on God’s work. C. It offers multiple paths to spiritual fulfillment. D. It emphasizes reincarnation as part of the afterlife.

Answer 66

B

Question 67

The defining question for us when wrestling with our theology is… A. How can we earn God’s favor? B. What religious practices make us holy. C. How do we interpret difficult Bible passages? D. What do you think about Jesus?

Answer 67

D