Understanding Proverbs and Wisdom

What does "generalization" mean in the context of a proverb?

• It is always true in every situation

• It is often, but not always true

• It is a scientific fact

• It is a legal requirement

Which of the following statements is true about proverbs?

• Proverbs are promises or guarantees

• Proverbs are always literal

• Proverbs are NOT promises or guarantees

• Proverbs are only used in religious texts

How might the idea that “wisdom gives us common ground” help people from different cultures interact?

• It encourages people to ignore their differences.

• It helps people find shared values and understanding despite differences.

• It makes people focus only on their own culture.

• It discourages learning from others.

How does wisdom encourage people to make decisions, according to the case study?

• By commanding them to act

• By pointing a finger at them

• By putting an arm around their shoulder and urging them to think twice

• By appealing to the covenant

How do the approaches of the prophets and Proverbs differ when addressing political leaders?

• Prophets focus on ideals, while Proverbs make personal attacks

• Prophets denounce corrupt leaders, while Proverbs provide ideals for behavior

• Both only praise leaders

• Both ignore government issues

Why is it important, according to the case study, to have a vision of the way things ought to be?

• To avoid making any changes

• To criticize the way things are currently

• To ignore the reality of the situation

• To focus only on the present

Why did St. Valentine choose to love the blind jailer’s daughter and her family?

• Because he wanted to escape from prison

• Because he chose to love his enemies instead of hating them

• Because he was forced to by the jailer

• Because he wanted to become famous

Which section of the Book of Proverbs is described as "The wife of noble character"?

• Collection of Solomon I

• Sayings of Agur

• The wife of noble character

• Sayings of Lemuel

According to the structure, which chapters are included in the "Collection of Solomon I"?

• 1:1–9:18

• 10:1–22:16

• 22:17–24:22

• 25–29

What is the purpose of the "Preamble" in the structure of Proverbs?

• To introduce the sayings of Agur

• To provide a title for the book

• To set the stage for the teachings and themes

• To list the wise men