WorksheetsEzra and nehemiah grade 6
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
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Class
Date
1.
What is the significance of the armed guards used during the rebuilding of the walls?
a)
It highlights the theme of hope and disappointment
b)
It symbolizes the protection of God
c)
It demonstrates the strength of the Israelites
d)
It shows the power of the Persian king
2.
What is the role of Ezra in the story?
a)
He is a prophet
b)
He is a king
c)
He is a priest
d)
He is a warrior
3.
What is the significance of the three stories in the books of Ezra and Nehemiah beginning with a decree from the king of Persia and encountering opposition?
a)
It shows the power and influence of the Persian empire
b)
It highlights the importance of leadership in the rebuilding efforts
c)
It emphasizes the role of God in the restoration of Jerusalem
d)
All of the above
4.
What is the significance of the confession of sins and renewal of the Covenant?
a)
It brings about spiritual renewal
b)
It fulfills a prophecy
c)
It leads to the rebuilding of the temple
d)
It causes conflict and division
5.
What is the reaction of the elders to the rebuilding of the temple?
a)
They are supportive
b)
They are indifferent
c)
They are confused
d)
They are hostile
6.
What is the significance of the divorce decree enacted by Ezra?
a)
It causes conflict and division
b)
It is a sign of repentance
c)
It follows God's command
d)
It is a symbol of hope
7.
What is the main theme of disappointment in the books of Ezra and Nehemiah?
a)
Disappointment with the size and grandeur of the new temple
b)
Disappointment with the lack of God's presence in the new temple
c)
Disappointment with the lack of unity among the Israelites
d)
All of the above
8.
What is the significance of the name Zerubbabel?
a)
It means 'builder of the temple'
b)
It means 'planted in Babylon'
c)
It means 'chosen by God'
d)
It means 'leader of the exiles'
9.
What is the significance of the parallel structure of the three stories?
a)
It emphasizes the role of the Persian king
b)
It highlights the theme of hope and disappointment
c)
It demonstrates the power of God
d)
It shows the unity of the three leaders
10.
Which prophet's prophecy is fulfilled in the rebuilding of the temple?
a)
Isaiah
b)
Jeremiah
c)
Daniel
d)
Ezekiel
11.
Which prophet's promise is fulfilled in the books of Ezra and Nehemiah?
a)
Isaiah
b)
Jeremiah
c)
Ezekiel
d)
Daniel
12.
Who are the three key leaders in the rebuilding efforts?
a)
Moses, David, and Solomon
b)
Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob
c)
Zerubbabel, Ezra, and Nehemiah
d)
Joshua, Samuel, and Saul
13.
Who are the three key leaders in the rebuilding efforts in the books of Ezra and Nehemiah?
a)
Moses, Aaron, and Joshua
b)
Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob
c)
Zerubbabel, Ezra, and Nehemiah
d)
David, Solomon, and Rehoboam
14.
What is the expectation of the past and future temple compared to the reality of the new temple?
a)
It is grander and more magnificent
b)
It is smaller and less impressive
c)
It is exactly as expected
d)
It is completely different
15.
What is the main focus of Zerubbabel's leadership in the books of Ezra and Nehemiah?
a)
Bringing about spiritual renewal
b)
Rebuilding the temple
c)
Rebuilding Jerusalem's walls
d)
Teaching the Torah
16.
What is the theme of hope and disappointment in the story?
a)
The hope of spiritual renewal
b)
The disappointment of the Persian king
c)
The disappointment of the people's actions
d)
The hope of rebuilding the temple
17.
What is the role of Ezra in the books of Ezra and Nehemiah?
a)
He serves as a mediator between the exiles and the non-exiles
b)
He leads the rebuilding efforts of the temple
c)
He oversees the rebuilding of Jerusalem's walls
d)
He teaches the Torah and brings about spiritual renewal
18.
What is the significance of the conflict between Zerubbabel and the grandchildren of the Israelites?
a)
It shows the tension between the exiles and those who remained in Jerusalem
b)
It foreshadows the future division of the tribes of Israel
c)
It highlights the importance of unity in the rebuilding efforts
d)
All of the above
19.
What is the reaction of Nehemiah to the state of the city after the rebuilding efforts?
a)
He is confused
b)
He is indifferent
c)
He is disappointed
d)
He is pleased
20.
Why do the elders cry out in grief when the new temple is dedicated?
a)
They are disappointed with the size and grandeur of the temple
b)
They are reminded of the destruction of the previous temple
c)
They are upset that the temple does not have the fiery cloud of God's presence
d)
All of the above
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