CJH SEM LA Pre Assessment 1st Semester JSH, DC 1-76

What role did the Prophet Joseph Smith have that was similar to that of Adam, Enoch, Noah, and Moses?

• a) He was one of only five prophets who spoke with the Lord face to face.
• b) He participated in the translation of the Bible.
• c) He was the head of a dispensation.

What truth did the Lord teach the Prophet Joseph Smith when the 116 manuscript pages were lost?

• a) As we preserve that which the Lord has given us, He will extend His protection and help.
• b) When we have received revelation, we should treasure it up in our hearts.
• c) We should fear and obey God more than man.

Who is the only person who can receive revelation to direct the entire Church?

• a) The Acting President of the Quorum of the Twelve
• b) The President of the Church
• c) The Senior President of the Seventy

The Book of Mormon is evidence that God has restored the gospel in our day because it __________.

• a) teaches about the three degrees of glory
• b) contains every truth lost from the Bible
• c) teaches and clarifies key doctrines of the gospel

According to the Doctrine and Covenants, what can we do to prepare for the Second Coming of the Lord?

• a) Take the Holy Spirit for our guide.
• b) Through scripture study determine the day and hour of the Second Coming.
• c) Move to the New Jersusalem.

How did Oliver Cowdery first come to know that the work of Joseph Smith was from God?

• a) Moroni appeared to Oliver Cowdery in his bedroom.
• b) Oliver Cowdery had an inspired dream.
• c) The Lord spoke peace to Oliver Cowdery’s mind.

Because of the Atonement of Jesus Christ, individuals will ___________.

• a) never feel sad or discouraged
• b) be redeemed from spiritual death
• c) become perfect in this life

Which of the following is necessary when someone is baptized?

• a) It must be done by the authority of the priesthood and under the direction of those who hold priesthood keys.
• b) It must be performed by a Church leader who has priesthood keys.
• c) It must be in a building that has been dedicated for the work of the Lord.

Which of the following is a truth that could be learned from Joseph Smith’s First Vision?

• a) Big revelations received from God are more detailed than small promptings.
• b) God the Father and His Son, Jesus Christ, are separate and distinct beings.
• c) The gospel of Jesus Christ will be proclaimed to the entire world.

What doctrinal mastery passage teaches that if we repent we will not have to suffer as Jesus Christ did?

• a) Doctrine and Covenants 19:16–19
• b) Doctrine and Covenants 13:1
• c) Doctrine and Covenants 21:4–6