Old Testament — 20 Questions — Bible Quiz

Question 1 of 20

What was the reaction of the older priests and Levites when the foundation of the second temple was laid?

A. They sang praises all night
B. They wept aloud mingled with shouts of joy from the younger people
C. They shouted for joy

Question 2 of 20

What did God tell Moses His name was when Moses asked at the burning bush?

A. The God of your fathers
B. I AM WHO I AM
C. The LORD Almighty

Question 3 of 20

Haman plotted to destroy all the Jews. How did Esther begin her appeal to the king?

A. She held a banquet and won the king's favor first
B. She fell at his feet and wept
C. She sent him a letter through Mordecai

Question 4 of 20

Micah 6:8 gives a summary of what God requires. What three things are listed?

A. To do justice, love kindness, and walk humbly with your God
B. Faith, hope, and charity
C. To fear God, keep His commandments, and love your neighbor

Question 5 of 20

Psalm 23 begins by saying "The LORD is my shepherd." What does the psalmist say he shall not lack?

A. Strength
B. Wisdom
C. Want (nothing)

Question 6 of 20

Proverbs 27:1 warns against boasting about tomorrow. Why?

A. You do not know what the next hour holds
B. You do not know what a day may bring
C. God alone holds the future

Question 7 of 20

David sinned greatly by committing adultery with Bathsheba and arranging the death of her husband. What was her husband's name?

A. Joab
B. Abner
C. Uriah the Hittite

Question 8 of 20

Joshua 1:9 tells Joshua to be strong and courageous, and not to be frightened. What is the reason given?

A. Because God had already promised victory
B. Because the people of God are with him
C. Because the LORD his God is with him wherever he goes

Question 9 of 20

After the great wind, earthquake, and fire on Mount Horeb, in what form did God speak to Elijah?

A. A low whisper or still small voice
B. A blinding light
C. A loud thundering voice

Question 10 of 20

Who issued the decree allowing the Jews to return to Jerusalem from Babylon?

A. Artaxerxes
B. Darius
C. Cyrus

Question 11 of 20

What is the famous opening declaration of Ecclesiastes that summarizes the Teacher's theme?

A. The end of all things is near
B. Vanity of vanities! All is vanity
C. Seek wisdom above all earthly things

Question 12 of 20

The Israelites complained in the wilderness and God sent fiery serpents that bit the people. What did Moses make to heal the bitten?

A. A clay image of a dove
B. A golden staff
C. A bronze serpent on a pole

Question 13 of 20

Where did Moses die, and where was he buried?

A. On top of Mount Sinai
B. In the plains of Moab, in a valley opposite Beth-peor
C. At the edge of the Jordan River

Question 14 of 20

What happened to Lot's wife when she looked back at Sodom?

A. She became a pillar of salt
B. She was blinded
C. She was struck dead by lightning

Question 15 of 20

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

A. Tunics of skin
B. Leaves woven together
C. Robes of linen

Question 16 of 20

Joel 2:32 says everyone who calls on the name of the LORD will be what?

A. Blessed and protected
B. Heard and answered
C. Saved

Question 17 of 20

Psalm 139:7-8 asks where one can go to flee from God's Spirit. What two places are mentioned?

A. The mountains and the deep
B. The earth and the sea
C. Heaven and Sheol (the grave)

Question 18 of 20

After crossing the sea, Miriam the prophetess led the women in a celebration. What did she use?

A. Trumpets and cymbals
B. Harps and lyres
C. Tambourines and dancing

Question 19 of 20

After Daniel was released from the lions' den unharmed, what did King Darius decree?

A. That Daniel would rule over all Babylon
B. That Daniel should be made high priest
C. That the people should fear the God of Daniel

Question 20 of 20

Solomon built the great temple in Jerusalem. How long did it take to build?

A. Three years
B. Twelve years
C. Seven years