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Theology 1st Semester Final
Theology 1st Semester Final
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1
what is the main subject of the wisdom books of the old testament?
messages of the prophets
how god works in individual’s everyday lives
creation of the world
history of the kings
2
which of the following old testament FIGURES were present at the transfiguration? (two)
elijah
david
moses
isaiah
3
what is jesus’ public ministry (what did he do)?
all of the above
taught the word of god
healed people
told of the coming of the kingdom of god
4
how did moses end up in the pharaoh’s family?
his mom handed him over to the pharaoh as an offering
he was born into the family
his mom floated him down the river in a basket
he was sold into the family
5
what did the pre-exilic prophets emphasize in their teachings?
learn from your mistakes- stay true to god
repent for your sins
none of the above
stay true to god- don’t worship other gods
6
why did jesus use parables?
all of the above
they revealed truth in an interesting way
they were vivid, so they could easily be recalled
they were a brilliant way to teach about the kingdom of god
7
why did joseph end up in egypt?
he ran from the pharaoh
his siblings sold him into slavery
his father disowned him
his mom abandoned him
8
in what town was jesus born?
nazareth
jerusalem
babylon
bethlehem
9
what did moses do when he realized his true background?
he took over as pharaoh
he denied god
he fled to the desert
he searched for his true parents
10
why did jesus use unleavened bread at the last supper?
none of the above
it was easier to make
because he was celebrating passover
god told him to do so
11
fill in the missing patriarch: abraham, isaac, ________, joseph
jesus
jacob
adam
moses
12
what did the exilic prophets emphasize in their teachings?
learn from your mistakes- stay true to god
stay true to god- don’t worship other gods
none of the above
repent for your sins
13
what tools did israelites use to pass on the old testament with oral tradition?
sacred events
all the above
songs
stories
14
which of the following is NOT one of the reasons the new testament was written down?
christians needed more instruction
the end of the world was not coming as quickly as thought
to prevent the truth of the good news from being distorted
jesus told his people to pass his teaching by oral tradition
15
what did the israelites receive freedom from at the passover in the old testament?
slavery
the laws
god
sin
16
what did the post-exilic prophets emphasize in their teachings?
none of the above
learn from your mistakes- stay true to god
stay true to god- don’t worship other gods
repent for your sins
17
used to determine how editors collected and arranged sources in a biblical chapter or book—
redaction criticism
source criticism
historical criticism
form criticism
18
what does the new testament center around?
jesus christ
the good news
all of the above
the new covenant
19
what is the difference between a disciple and an apostle?
disciple- follower of jesus; apostle- chosen by jesus
disciple- dumb person; apostle- dumbed person
disciple- chosen by jesus; apostle- follower of jesus
disciple- hi; apostle- bye
20
why was aramaic one of the original languages sacred scripture was written in?
it was the language of judaism
it was the common language of the first-century roman empire
it was the common language of the region jesus lived in
it was the only language that jesus spoke
21
determines where biblical content came from—
source criticism
historical criticism
redaction criticism
form criticism
22
what is the main subject of acts of the apostles?
red and yellow
christ’s death on the cross
the specific needs of christian communities
the spread of the gospel message after pentecost
23
was this king successful?
no- he failed miserably as a leader
yes- he was the greatest king of israel
yes- but only at first
no-he was a horrible military leader
24
what did god ensure david in the covenant he made with him?
his descendants would be as numerous as the stars in the sky
that his son would be the messiah
a leader from his family would always rule israel
all of the above
25
what did the sons become?
antonian apaches
tribes of israel
leaders of christianity
apostles
26
what was solomon responsible for building?
the temple
the tabernacle
the ark of the covenant
the golden calves in dan and bethel
27
what did gospels or epistles directed specifically toward jewish audiences emphasize?
jesus
the old testament
miracles
mary
28
how did they (the scribes) edit the texts?
all of the above
the texts were collected
the texts were improved
the texts were combined
29
what was the relationship between the prophets, god, and the israelites?
prophets sometimes spoke to god on behalf of the people
prophets spoke to the chosen people in behalf of god
prophets were messengers of god
all of the above
30
which of the following were NOT one of the effects of original sin?
death
no hope for salvation
separation from god
suffering
31
what gift did solomon ask god for?
a promised land
wisdom
descendants
wealth
32
who received the ten commandments?
abraham
isaac
moses
jacob
33
what did king david do to help the nation of israel?
conquered the babylonians
united the tribes into one nation
none of the above
set a high moral standard
34
what does the term catholic mean?
hope
jesus
prophets
universal
35
what did paul’s letters address?
the specific needs of individuals and communities
words of the apostles
message of the prophets
fears of the chosen people
36
who were the catholic epistles directed to?
the church as a whole
individuals and specific communities
israelites
chosen people
37
why were shepherds looked down upon by pious jews? (choose two)
because they sucked
because they are stupid
they couldn’t participate in traditions and rituals jews did
their job required them to be with their animals
38
although a great leader, king david had an affair that led to the death of one of his soldiers.
false
true
39
who was solomon’s father?
jeroboam
solomon
saul
david
40
what three things did the sermon on the mount contain? (choose three)
reflections on what is important in life
instructions on how to live
blessings
the 10 commandments
41
why did moses go back to egypt?
to take over as pharaoh
god told him to do so
to kill his brother
none of the above
42
what did jesus’ baptism mark the beginning of?
his hidden years
the final days
the nativity
his public ministry
43
why was greek one of the original languages sacred scripture was written in?
it was the common language of the first-century roman empire
it was the common language of the region jesus lived in
it was the only language that jesus spoke
it was the language of judaism
44
what is the main purpose of the gospels?
to tell the chosen people of the old testament
to tell the story and teachings of jesus christ
all of the above
to direct the apostles
45
which of the following was NOT one of the ways jesus connected with his listeners?
jesus used everyday language
jesus was available
jesus only spoke in parables
jesus was genuine
46
what eventually happens with the relationship between joseph and his siblings?
joseph forgave them
joseph denied them
joseph has them killed
joseph sold them into slavery
47
what was jesus doing when his parents found him in the temple at 12 years old?
preaching
hiding
eating
flipping tables
48
what city did david choose as the capital?
dan
baal
bethlehem
jerusalem
49
what did jesus’ transfiguration show to the apostles present at the transfiguration?
jesus’ ascension
the kingdom of god
the crucifixion
the story of creation
50
why was oral tradition necessary?
in the ancient world, few people could read or write
god directed chosen people not to write the information down
it was less work for the chosen people
moses directed the chosen people not to write it down
51
what does the word “gospel” mean?
good news
see together
hope how
jesus
52
what did the covenant between abraham and god agree upon?
abraham and his descendants would stay faithful to god
god would make a great nation out of the israelites
god would bless abraham and his descendants
all of the above
53
what happened to the israelites in egypt after joseph?
they were freed from slavery
they were a rich nation with a king
none of the above
they found themselves enslaved in egypt
54
what did gospels or epistles specifically toward gentile audiences emphasize?
old testament
jesus
miracles
mary
55
what were the two main reasons jesus performed miracles? (choose two)
to help people
to be nice
to show that anything is possible with god if you believe
prove that god the father sent him out of love
56
in the early church, individuals did not need to become jewish in order to become christian.
true
false
57
what MAJOR figure in salvation history was a descendant of david?
samuel
moses
john the baptist
jesus
58
what city was david from?
bethlehem
baal
jerusalem
dan
59
who were paul’s epistles directed to?
israelites
church as whole
individuals and specific communities
chosen people
60
what did abraham do instead?
passed on his authority to his son
sacrificed a ram
sacrificed isaac
anointed himself as king
61
who specifically began to write the old testament down?
moses
all of the above
scribes of king solomon
apostles
62
who was jacob’s brother?
joseph
esau
abraham
isaac
63
what object did david move to this city?
the main synogogue
the golden calves
the ark of the covenant
the cathedral
64
who was the next great leader of the israelites after joseph?
jesus
moses
jacob
abraham
65
what did jacob receive from tricking his father?
nothing, he was caught
a new home
all of the above
his blessing and inheritance
66
what did moses do upon returning to egypt?
re-joined the pharaoh
waged war against the egyptians
abandoned his god
asked the pharaoh to let his people go
67
why is the word “gospel” a good name for these books of the bible if they are all about jesus?
“gospel” means good news, jesus IS the good
jesus IS the devil
ur mom
because it is
68
what was jesus’ occupation?
carpenter
tax collector
fisherman
priest
69
why did the holy family flee to egypt?
king herod sent out an order to kill all baby boys
an angel told joseph to take mary and jesus to egypt
all of the above
to protect jesus
70
why was hebrew one of the original languages sacred scripture was written in?
it was the only language that jesus spoke
it was the common language of the first-century roman empire
it was the common language of the region jesus lived in
it was the language of judaism
71
which gospels are the synoptic gospels?
all of the above
matthew, mark, luke
mark, matthew, john
john, luke, matthew
72
determines the cultural and historical context of the text—
form criticism
source criticism
redaction criticism
historical criticism
73
what does the old testament center around?
the history of the kings of israel
jesus’ covenant with the world
the story of creation
the covenant god made with his people
74
who was the king of the nation of israel?
david
saul
solomon
samuel
75
what did jesus teach about the 6th commandment in the sermon on the mount? (choose three)
don’t divorce
you should not lust
always be faithful to your spouse
disobey the commandment
76
what was jacob’s name changed to?
hebrew
joseph
jesus
israel
77
what sacrifice was offered by the israelites at passover?
jesus on the cross
a lamb
a dove
the life of isaac
78
what was abraham asked to do in regard to isaac?
disown him
sacrifice him to god
anoint him and make him king
teach him a lesson
79
what does it mean to be the salt of the earth and light of the world? (choose two)
light the way for people and dispel away darkness with love
“flavor” the world with god’s love and good news
be a really good cook
make lamps
80
how may sons did jacob have?
1
4
none
12
81
why was jesus born here?
none of the above
mary and joseph couldn’t find a room at the inn
mary and joseph were going to david to be in a census
mary and joseph were on their way to celebrate passover
82
what did jesus teach about the 5th commandment in the sermon on the mount?
kill people
join the KKK
anger leads to killing so you must be cautious
killing is recommended
83
what is the significance of the 12 apostles?
reflects times jesus prayed before his death
reflects prophets who came before jesus
reflects 12 tribes of israel
reflects number of miracles in the gospels
84
used to determine how each biblical book took shape in the period of oral tradition—
form criticism
redaction criticism
historical criticism
source criticism
