SILENCE ACTIVITY

What is the main topic of the passage?

• The importance of exercise

• The value of silence

• How to make a warm drink

• The history of music

According to the passage, what is our world described as?

• Quiet and peaceful

• Noisy and hurried

• Slow and boring

• Cold and dark

What does the passage suggest we do for five minutes each day?

• Read a book

• Sit in silence

• Go for a run

• Watch television

What does the passage say about God?

• God is only present in noise

• God can only reach us when we are quiet

• God likes loud music

• God is never around

What does the passage suggest you have while sitting in silence?

• A cold drink

• A cup of something warm and delicious

• A snack

• A book

Where does the passage suggest you sit during your quiet time?

• On the floor

• In a comfortable chair

• At your desk

• On a bench outside

How does the passage describe the difficulty of sitting in silence?

• Very difficult

• Not terribly difficult

• Impossible

• Boring

What does the passage say about the benefits of sitting in silence?

• It yields no benefits

• It yields great benefits

• It is harmful

• It is only for adults

Which phrase is paraphrased from the psalmist in the passage?

• “Be noisy and know that God is near.”

• “Be still to know that God is good.”

• “Run fast to find God.”

• “Sing loudly to reach God.”

What is the main action the passage encourages you to do?

• Talk to friends

• Sit quietly

• Play a game

• Write a story