Jesus' Early Years

Which angel announced to Mary that she would conceive a son by the Holy Spirit?

• Gabriel

• Michael

• Raphael

• Uriel

In which town was Jesus born?

• Nazareth

• Jerusalem

• Bethlehem

• Capernaum

Who was the Roman Emperor when Jesus was born?

• Tiberius Caesar

• Augustus Caesar

• Nero

• Julius Caesar

Who were the first visitors to see the newborn Jesus, according to Luke's Gospel?

• Magi from the East

• Shepherds

• Priests from the temple

• Roman soldiers

What sign did the angel give the shepherds to identify the Christ child?

• A baby wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger.

• A star shining brightly over a house.

• A king sitting on a throne.

• A child performing miracles.

What gifts did the Magi bring to Jesus?

• Silver, gold, and frankincense

• Gold, frankincense, and myrrh

• Jewels, spices, and fine linens

• Lambs, doves, and oil

What was the purpose of Joseph taking Mary and Jesus to Egypt?

• To visit relatives.

• To escape from King Herod, who sought to kill Jesus.

• To attend a religious festival.

• To find work.

Which prophet foretold that Jesus would be called out of Egypt?

• A) Isaiah

• B) Jeremiah

• C) Hosea

• D) Micah

After returning from Egypt, in which town did Jesus' family settle?

• Bethlehem

• Jerusalem

• Nazareth

• Jericho

At what age was Jesus circumcised and named?

• On the first day

• On the third day

• On the eighth day

• On the fortieth day