Quiz 4

When Jesus began to teach by the seaside, we are told a great multitude gathered, so that:

• He crossed to the other side and taught the multitude

• He got into a boat and sat down, and the multitude was on the land

• He got into a boat and the multitude were in boats also

What happened to the seed that fell on the path?

• People trampled on it.

• The sun scorched it to death.

• It was eaten by birds.

• It died from lack of moisture.

What happened to the seed that fell on rocky ground?

• When the sun rose, it was scorched and it withered for lack of roots.

• Though it grew to maturity, it could not bear fruit.

• It never germinated.

• It died from lack of moisture for the soil was stony.

What became of the seed that fell on rich soil?

• It flourished well before it died.

• It stood the test of time.

• It lived long because the rich soil provided all the nourishment it needed.

• It produced fruit thirty and sixty and a hundredfold.

What happened to the seed that fell among thorns?

• The thorns pinned it to the ground and it died.

• Though it germinated, the thorns pierced it such that it did not reach maturity.

• It died from malnourishment because the thorns competed with it for nutrient.

• Though it grew up, the thorns choked it such that it could not bear fruit.

Who takes the word that is sowed in the heart of men?

• The sower

• The satan

• The thief

• The Son of man

According to Mark 4, the kingdom of God was also likened to what?

• The barren tree

• A net full of all sorts of fishes

• A grain of mustard seed

• The wise and foolish builder

In chapter 4, which seed is mentioned as smallest in the world?

• Olive seed

• Mustard seed

• Sunflower seed

• Pumpkin seed

During the storm, what caused the boat to take up a lot of water?

• The storm caused waves that beat into the boat.

• There was a leak in the boat.

• It was raining heavily.

• Ice melted into the boat.

Why is it that the disciples could not calm the storm?

• They were not righteous enough.

• Because of lack of faith

• They forgot to pray before starting from home

• They forgot to take rosary with them