4. Q&A Gospel of Matthew_NABRE Chapter 4

  Matthew Chapter 4 Questions

The Temptation of Jesus (Matthew 4:1-11)

1. What led Jesus into the desert to face temptation?

a. His disciples

b. The Holy Spirit

c. The Pharisees

d. A heavenly voice

Answer: b. The Holy Spirit (Matthew 4:1)

2. How long did Jesus fast in the desert before facing temptation?

a. 7 days

b. 20 days

c. 30 days

d. 40 days and nights

Answer: d. 40 days and nights (Matthew 4:2)

3. In the first temptation, what does the devil challenge Jesus to do with the stones?

a. Build a tower

b. Turn them into bread

c. Use them for sacrifices

d. Create a path

Answer: b. Turn them into bread (Matthew 4:3)

4. How does Jesus respond to the first temptation?

a. By performing a miracle

b. By quoting Scripture

c. By staying silent

d. By rebuking the devil

Answer: b. By quoting Scripture (Matthew 4:4)

5. What is the devil's challenge in the second temptation?

a. Bow down to him

b. Jump off the temple

c. Turn water into wine

d. Curse God

Answer: b. Jump off the temple (Matthew 4:5-6)

6. How does Jesus respond to the second temptation?

a. Accepts the challenge

b. Quotes Deuteronomy 6:16

c. Jumps off the temple

d. Ignores the devil

Answer: b. Quotes Deuteronomy 6:16 (Matthew 4:7)

7. In the third temptation, what does the devil offer Jesus in exchange for worship?

a. Wealth and power

b. All the kingdoms

c. Eternal life

d. Wisdom and knowledge

Answer: b. All the kingdoms (Matthew 4:8-9)

8. How does Jesus respond to the devil's offer in the third temptation?

a. Accepts the offer

b. Quotes Deuteronomy 6:13

c. Negotiates with the devil

d. Challenges the devil to a duel

Answer: b. Quotes Deuteronomy 6:13 (Matthew 4:10)

9. After the temptations, what do the angels do for Jesus?

a. They bring him food

b. They minister to him

c. They protect him from harm

d. They sing praises to God

Answer: b. They minister to him (Matthew 4:11)

The Beginning of the Galilean Ministry (Matthew 4:12-17)

10. Where did Jesus begin His ministry after John the Baptist's arrest?

a. Jerusalem

b. Bethlehem

c. Nazareth

d. Galilee

Answer: d. Galilee (Matthew 4:12)

11. What prophecy is fulfilled by Jesus' ministry in Capernaum?

a. Isaiah's prophecy about a great light

b. Ezekiel's prophecy about a new temple

c. Jeremiah's prophecy about a new covenant

d. Daniel's prophecy about a coming Messiah

Answer: a. Isaiah's prophecy about a great light (Matthew 4:13-16)

12. What is the central message of Jesus during the beginning of His ministry?

a. Prosperity and wealth

b. Repentance, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand

c. Political revolution

d. Social justice and equality

Answer: b. Repentance, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand (Matthew 4:17)

The Call of the First Disciples (Matthew 4:18-22)

13. Who were the first disciples called by Jesus?

a. Tax collectors

b. Pharisees

c. Fishermen

d. Scribes

Answer: c. Fishermen (Matthew 4:18-19)

14. What promise did Jesus make to the disciples when He called them?

a. Wealth and prosperity

b. Political power

c. Eternal life

d. To make them fishers of men

Answer: d. To make them fishers of men (Matthew 4:19)

15. What was the immediate response of the disciples to Jesus' call?

a. They hesitated

b. They asked for a sign

c. They left their nets and followed Him

d. They refused to follow Him

Answer: c. They left their nets and followed Him (Matthew 4:20)

Ministering to a Great Multitude (Matthew 4:23-25)

16. Where did Jesus carry out His ministry?

a. Jerusalem

b. Bethlehem

c. All of Galilee

d. Only in Capernaum

Answer: c. All of Galilee (Matthew 4:23)

17. What were the three main activities of Jesus' ministry?

a. Building temples, performing miracles, teaching philosophy

b. Teaching, proclaiming the gospel, and healing

c. Engaging in political activism, debating with scholars, and performing magic

d. Establishing social justice, leading revolts, and predicting future events

Answer: b. Teaching, proclaiming the gospel, and healing (Matthew 4:23)

18. From which regions did people follow Jesus?

a. Only Galilee

b. Only Jerusalem

c. Syria and various regions

d. Only Judea

Answer: c. Syria and various regions (Matthew 4:24-25)

19. What connection does Jesus' temptation have with Israel's history?

a. It has no connection

b. It mirrors Israel's struggles in the desert, emphasizing Jesus' obedience

c. It contradicts Israel's history

d. It repeats Israel's disobedience

Answer: b. It mirrors Israel's struggles in the desert, emphasizing Jesus' obedience

20. How does Jesus respond to each temptation?

a. By using his divine power

b. By quoting Scripture

c. By ignoring the devil

d. By engaging in a philosophical debate

Answer: b. By quoting Scripture

21. What is the geographical significance of locations like Galilee and Capernaum?

a. They are randomly chosen locations

b. They have no significance

c. They fulfill prophecies and play a crucial role in establishing the ministry

d. They are mentioned for historical accuracy

Answer: c. They fulfill prophecies and play a crucial role in establishing the ministry

Fulfilled Prophecies

22. Which Old Testament prophecy is fulfilled by Jesus' ministry in Galilee?

a. Isaiah 6:1-2

b. Isaiah 9:1-2

c. Jeremiah 29:11

d. Ezekiel 37:1-14

Answer: b. Isaiah 9:1-2

23. Which Old Testament prophecy is fulfilled by Jesus' residence in Capernaum?

a. Isaiah 53:4-5

b. Isaiah 9:1-2

c. Jeremiah 31:31-34

d. Ezekiel 36:24-28

Answer: b. Isaiah 9:1-2

24. What Old Testament prophecy is fulfilled by John the Baptist's role?

a. Isaiah 53:4-5

b. Malachi 3:1; 4:5-6

c. Jeremiah 31:31-34

d. Ezekiel 36:24-28

Answer: b. Malachi 3:1; 4:5-6 (Matthew 4:12)

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