Gospel of Mark Quiz

How does the Gospel of Mark begin?

• With Jesus’ genealogy

• With Jesus’ birth

• With John the Baptist

• With a parable

What was John the Baptist’s message?

• Peace on earth

• Repentance for the forgiveness of sins

• The end is near

• Follow me

What animal did the Spirit appear as at Jesus’ baptism?

• Dove

• Eagle

• Lamb

• Fire

Where was Jesus tempted for 40 days?

• Wilderness

• Desert

• Garden

• Mountain

What were Jesus’ first recorded words in Mark?

• "Blessed are the poor."

• "Come, follow me."

• "The time has come... repent and believe."

• "I am the Son of God."

Who were the first two disciples Jesus called?

• James and John

• Andrew and Simon (Peter)

• Matthew and Bartholomew

• Philip and Thomas

What amazed people about Jesus’ teaching in the synagogue?

• He used scrolls

• He taught with authority

• He read the Psalms

• He was very loud

What miracle did Jesus perform in Simon’s house?

• Healed Simon’s mother-in-law

• Raised a child

• Fed a crowd

• Cast out a demon

What did Jesus say when He healed the paralytic?

• Take up your mat and go.

• You are healed.

• Your sins are forgiven.

• Be strong and walk.

Why were the Pharisees angry at Jesus in chapter 2?

• He claimed to be the Messiah

• He healed on the Sabbath

• He ate with tax collectors and sinners

• He refused to pay taxes