The Writing on the Wall Quiz

What was Belshazzar's party held?

• The Royal Palace

• at the Queen Mother's house

• At the Temple of Bel

• At the temple of God in Jerusalem

What did the writing on the wall say?

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Who did Belshazzar's mother suggest could help interpret the writing on the wall?

• enchanters, astrologers and diviners

• Daniel

• The wise men of Babylon

• The priests of Bel

What was Daniel finally given from the king for interpreting the writing on the wall?

• A crown and scepter

• purple cloth

• a gold chain around his neck

• the third highest position in the kingdom.

What did the writing on the wall say about Belshazzar's reign?

• Weighed and found wanting

• It will be divided

• It will end soon

• Will be given to the Medes and Persians

What did the writing on the wall say about Belshazzar being weighed?

• His period of time as a monarch ended

• He was found to be light weight

• His kingdom was going to last forever

• He failed to meet God's standard for a king

What did the writing on the wall say about Belshazzar's kingdom?

• It will be at war with its neighbours

• It will be destroyed

• It will be divided

• It will be given over to the Medes and Persians

Who took over the kingdom after Belshazzar's death?

• Daniel

• Darius the Mede

• The queen mother

• Nebuchadnezzar

What did Daniel become after interpreting the writing on the wall?

• A servant

• The third highest ruler

• The highest ruler

• The king

How old was Darius the Mede when he took over the kingdom from Belshazzar?

• Thirty-two

• Forty-two

• Fifty-two

• Sixty-two