Ruth and Boaz: Key Events and Themes

The story of Ruth begins with a famine in Israel, prompting Elimelec and his family to move to Moab. After the deaths of her husband and sons, Noemí decides to return to Judah with her loyal daughter-in-law, Ruth. In Judah, Ruth gleans in the fields of Boaz, a relative of Elimelec, who shows her kindness. Ruth proposes to Boaz, who agrees to marry her after resolving a legal matter with a closer relative. They marry, and Ruth gives birth to Obed, the grandfather of King David.

Why did Elimelech and his family move to Moab?

• To join their relatives

• To find better job opportunities

• To explore new lands

• To escape a famine in Israel

What was Ruth's response when Naomi urged her to return to her own people?

• She insisted on staying with Naomi

• She decided to return after some thought

• She agreed and left immediately

• She was unsure and needed time to decide

How did Boaz first show kindness to Ruth?

• By allowing her to glean in his fields

• By giving her money

• By offering her a job

• By inviting her to his home

What did Naomi advise Ruth to do at the threshing floor?

• To ask Boaz for a job

• To propose marriage to Boaz

• To gather more grain

• To leave Moab immediately

What was Boaz's initial reaction to Ruth's proposal at the threshing floor?

• He was surprised but agreed

• He was angry and refused

• He was hesitant due to another relative

• He immediately accepted

What was the custom in Israel to confirm a transaction or transfer of rights?

• Signing a document

• Offering a gift

• Exchanging a sandal

• Shaking hands

Who did Boaz have to negotiate with to marry Ruth?

• Naomi

• A closer relative

• The town elders

• Ruth's father

What was the significance of Ruth and Boaz's son, Obed?

• He was a prophet

• He was a wealthy landowner

• He was the ancestor of King David

• He became a famous warrior

Which two women are mentioned as ancestors of the nation of Israel in the genealogy?

• Ruth and Naomi

• Rachel and Leah

• Tamar and Rahab

• Sarah and Hagar

Who is the final descendant mentioned in the genealogy at the end of the Book of Ruth?

• Solomon

• David

• Samuel

• Saul