Quiz on the Gospel of Matthew

Who is believed to be the author of the Gospel of Matthew?

• A Gentile Christian

• A Jewish Christian scribe

• A Roman official

• A Greek philosopher

Matthew’s Gospel is directed primarily toward which audience?

• Roman citizens

• Jewish Christians

• Gentiles

• Greek philosophers

Why does Matthew’s Gospel use the term “kingdom of heaven” rather than “kingdom of God”?

• To avoid confusion with earthly kingdoms

• Out of reverence, as Jews did not pronounce the divine name

• To be more inclusive of Gentiles

• To avoid political implications

How many Old Testament references are found in Matthew’s Gospel?

• Over 50

• Over 100

• Over 130

• Over 200

Matthew 13:52 compares a scribe instructed in the kingdom of heaven to:

• A shepherd leading a flock

• A head of a household bringing forth treasures old and new

• A fisherman casting a net

• A teacher guiding disciples

The Gospel of Matthew was likely written between which years?

• 50-60 AD

• 60-70 AD

• 70-80 AD

• 80-90 AD

What is the primary theme of the Gospel of Matthew?

• The power of the Roman Empire

• The fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies

• The wisdom of Greek philosophy

• The life of the Apostle Paul

Which of the following is a key teaching found in the Gospel of Matthew?

• The parable of the Good Samaritan

• The Sermon on the Mount

• The conversion of Saul

• The feeding of the 5,000

In the Gospel of Matthew, who is the first person to recognize Jesus as the Son of God?

• Peter

• John the Baptist

• A Roman centurion

• Mary Magdalene

What is the significance of the genealogy at the beginning of the Gospel of Matthew?

• It traces Jesus' lineage to King David

• It highlights Jesus' connection to Roman emperors

• It shows Jesus' Greek heritage

• It emphasizes Jesus' role as a philosopher