Gospels: Quiz #1

How does the gospel of Matthew start?

• The teachings of Jesus Christ

• The genealogy of Jesus Christ, the Son of David, the Son of Abraham

• The miracles performed by Jesus Christ

• The resurrection of Jesus Christ

How is Jesus Christ referred to in the introduction to the Gospel of Mark?

• The Son of David

• The Son of Joseph

• The Son of God

• The Son of Mary

How does the Gospel of John begin?

• A) With a genealogy of Jesus

• B) With the baptism of Jesus

• C) With the statement "In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with god and the WORD WAS GOD"

• D) With a description of John the Baptist

Which Gospel is considered most likely the earliest gospel account?

• John

• Luke

• Mark

• Matthew

Who was the primary audience of the Gospel of Matthew?

• Gentile Christians

• Jewish Christians

• Roman Pagans

• Samaritans

Who is the primary audience of the Gospel of Luke according to our lesson?

• Jews

• Romans

• Gentiles

• Egyptians

Which Gospel is noted as being the last written?

• Matthew

• Mark

• Luke

• John

What is a parable?

• A) A long story with many interpretations

• B) A short story, usually with one main point, that teaches about God's Kingdom

• C) A detailed explanation of historical events

• D) An allegory where every detail can mean multiple things

What is a parable NOT, according to our lesson?

• A) A simple illustration

• B) A metaphorical saying

• C) A short story with a moral lesson

• D) An allegory where every detail can mean 1,000 different things

When reading a parable, what should you ask to understand the message being communicated?

• What is the main big idea Jesus is communicating?

• What are the historical facts mentioned?

• How many characters are in the parable?

• What is the geographical setting of the parable?