Wall of Jerusalem Quiz

Who ruled Persia, making him the world's mightiest ruler?

• King Darius

• King Xerxes

• King Artaxerxes

• King Cyrus

What was Nehemiah's job for the king?

• To guard the palace

• To taste the king's food

• To manage the treasury

• To lead the army

Why was Nehemiah sad when he came before the king?

• Because he lost a battle

• Because his city was in ruins

• Because he was sick

• Because he was leaving the kingdom

Which city was Nehemiah talking about that had been destroyed by war?

• Babylon

• Rome

• Jerusalem

• Athens

What did Nehemiah ask King Artaxerxes for?

• To go to Jerusalem to rebuild it

• To become the king

• To travel to Egypt

• To receive gold and silver

What did King Artaxerxes give Nehemiah to protect him on his journey?

• Official letters

• A sword

• A map

• A horse

What did the king give Nehemiah to help him with his task?

• A map of the city

• A letter for Asaph

• A bag of gold

• A sword

Who was Asaph in the story?

• The king's advisor

• The city's mayor

• The keeper of the king's forests

• Nehemiah's brother

What was Asaph ordered to provide?

• Stone for the city walls

• Timber for the city walls

• Water for the city

• Food for the workers

What did Nehemiah tell the city officials when he arrived in Jerusalem?

• The city is thriving and prosperous.

• The city is in ruins and the gates are burned.

• The city is under attack by enemies.

• The city has been rebuilt successfully.