These 20 questions cover well-known Old and New Testament stories — a good fit for a church group, Sunday school class, or family trivia night.

The Questions

  1. Who built the ark before the great flood?
  2. According to the Bible, how many days and nights did it rain during the flood?
  3. Who led the Israelites out of slavery in Egypt?
  4. What sea did Moses part to let the Israelites cross?
  5. How many commandments did Moses receive on Mount Sinai?
  6. Who was swallowed by a great fish and survived three days inside it?
  7. Who was known for extraordinary strength, which he lost after his hair was cut?
  8. In what town was Jesus born?
  9. How many disciples did Jesus have?
  10. Who betrayed Jesus for thirty pieces of silver?
  11. What is the first book of the Bible?
  12. What is the last book of the New Testament?
  13. Who is described as the first man created, according to Genesis?
  14. What did God do on the seventh day of creation, according to Genesis?
  15. Who was thrown into a den of lions but survived?
  16. Which young shepherd famously defeated a giant with a sling and a stone?
  17. What was the name of the giant defeated in that story?
  18. Which king of Israel was known for his wisdom and for building the Temple in Jerusalem?
  19. How many other men were crucified alongside Jesus?
  20. What event do Christians celebrate on Easter Sunday?

Answers

1. Noah  ·  2. Forty  ·  3. Moses  ·  4. The Red Sea  ·  5. Ten  ·  6. Jonah  ·  7. Samson  ·  8. Bethlehem  ·  9. Twelve  ·  10. Judas Iscariot

11. Genesis  ·  12. Revelation  ·  13. Adam  ·  14. He rested  ·  15. Daniel  ·  16. David  ·  17. Goliath  ·  18. Solomon  ·  19. Two  ·  20. The resurrection of Jesus

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