Understanding Pentecost

What is one symbol of the Holy Spirit?

• Cross

• Flame

• Crown

• Dove

In which book of the Bible is Pentecost first mentioned?

• Acts

• Genesis

• Matthew

• John

How did the Holy Spirit manifest during Pentecost?

• The Holy Spirit made people fall asleep.

• The Holy Spirit manifested as a sound like wind, tongues of fire, and the ability to speak in different languages.

• The Holy Spirit caused an earthquake.

• The Holy Spirit appeared as a physical dove.

What impact did Pentecost have on the early Church?

• Pentecost resulted in the establishment of a new religion unrelated to Christianity.

• Pentecost resulted in the empowerment of the apostles, rapid growth of the early Church, and the establishment of Christian community.

• Pentecost caused divisions among the apostles.

• Pentecost led to the decline of the early Church.

What is the significance of speaking in tongues at Pentecost?

• It represents a new form of worship exclusive to the Jewish community.

• It signifies the end of the apostles' mission to spread the Gospel.

• It is a ritual meant to honor the Old Testament prophets.

• The significance of speaking in tongues at Pentecost is the empowerment of the apostles by the Holy Spirit to spread the Gospel to all nations.

How do Christians celebrate Pentecost today?

• By decorating homes with flowers and lights

• Christians celebrate Pentecost with church services, prayers, hymns, and community activities.

• By fasting and abstaining from all activities

• By holding a feast with no religious significance

What does the word 'Pentecost' mean?

• Twenty

• Seventy

• Hundred

• Fiftieth

Who were the apostles waiting for during Pentecost?

• the angels

• the prophets

• the disciples

• the Holy Spirit

What was the reaction of the people when they heard the apostles speaking in different languages?

• The people were amazed and perplexed.

• They left the area immediately.

• They were indifferent and uninterested.

• They started arguing among themselves.

What lesson can we learn about unity from Pentecost?

• Unity in diversity is essential for a strong community of faith.

• Unity is not important in a community of faith.

• Diversity leads to division among believers.

• Everyone must think the same to achieve unity.