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What is one truth we can learn from the story of Samuel hearing the Lord’s voice?
a) The Lord gives us one chance to recognize His voice.
b) Samuel’s unrighteousness kept him from receiving revelation.
c) Our ability to recognize the Lord’s voice can grow.
c) Our ability to recognize the Lord’s voice can grow.
(See 1 Samuel 3:4–10.) “If we are willing and receptive, we can grow in our ability to recognize the voice of the Lord” (Old Testament Seminary Teacher Manual [Church Educational System manual, 2015], 295). Possible review question: What does Samuel’s experience teach us about learning to recognize the Lord’s voice?
How can worshipping in the temple help us?
a) It can strengthen and comfort us when we have challenges.
b) It allows us to receive the ordinances necessary for eternal life.
c) Both of the above.
c) Both of the above.
(See 1 Kings 8:37–40; see also Bible Dictionary, “Temple.”) “If we worship the Lord in the temple, then the Lord may grant us blessings to help us with challenges we face” (Old Testament Seminary Teacher Manual, 337). In the temple we are able to receive ordinances necessary for exaltation (see Bible Dictionary, “Temple”). Possible review question: When have you or someone you know been better able to face a particular challenge after participating in temple worship?
What did Esther have the courage to do?
a) Risk her life to save the Jews.
b) Refuse to eat and drink of the king’s wine and meat.
c) Pray after being commanded not to pray.
a) Risk her life to save the Jews.
(See Esther 3:6; 4:8, 11, 14; 5:1–2; 7:3–6.) “The Lord can place us in particular circumstances so we can help others. . . . “. . . If we act courageously to do what is right, then our efforts can bless the lives of many people” (Old Testament Seminary Teacher Manual, 388–89). Esther acted courageously to do what was right, blessing the lives of many Jews. Possible review question: When have you or someone you know acted courageously to do the right thing?
According to King Nebuchadnezzar’s dream, what will happen to the kingdom of God?
a) It will be destroyed by apostate members.
b) It will stop growing because of the wickedness of mankind.
c) It will roll forth and eventually cover the entire earth.
c) It will roll forth and eventually cover the entire earth.
(See Daniel 2:34–35, 44–45; see also D&C 65:2.) “The Lord established His Church—The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints—and it will continue to grow until it fills the whole earth” (Old Testament Seminary Teacher Manual, 528). Possible review question: How can knowing that the Lord leads His kingdom today help us when our faith is challenged?
What scripture mastery passage teaches that our sins can become “white as snow”?
a) Jeremiah 1:4–5.
b) Isaiah 1:18.
c) Isaiah 58:13–14.
b) Isaiah 1:18.
“If we sincerely repent, we can be purified of all of our sins through the Atonement of Jesus Christ” (Old Testament Seminary Teacher Manual, 426). Possible review question: Why is the truth contained in Isaiah 1:18 crucial for a teenager to understand and believe?
Why did the Israelites ask Samuel for a king?
a) They wanted to be like all of the other nations.
b) The prophet had commanded it.
c) They needed to defeat the Assyrians.
a) They wanted to be like all of the other nations.
(See 1 Samuel 8:5–7, 19–20.) “The Israelites’ desire to have a king ‘like all the nations’ shows that they placed their trust in man rather than in the Lord, who was their true King” (Old Testament Seminary Teacher Manual, 300). Possible review question: When have you seen someone choose to follow the world instead of the Lord?
What was the result of Solomon’s marrying outside of the covenant?
a) His wife later became a member of the Church.
b) His heart was turned from the Lord.
c) His wife left him.
b) His heart was turned from the Lord.
(See 1 Kings 11:3–6.) “If we marry in the covenant, our hearts are more likely to turn toward God and we can receive the full blessings of the gospel” (Old Testament Seminary Teacher Manual, 338). Possible review question: What are some reasons marrying in the temple is important?
What does the story of Job teach us about trials?
a) Our family and friends will support us during our trials.
b) The righteous will not complain, worry, or have questions during their trials.
c) We can continue to trust God when we don’t know the reasons for our trials.
c) We can continue to trust God when we don’t know the reasons for our trials.
(See Job 13:13–16.) “Although we may not know the reasons for our trials, we must continue to trust in the Lord” (Old Testament Seminary Teacher Manual, 393). Possible review question: What are some ways you can show trust in the Lord during your trials?
How did Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego show great faith?
a) They said they knew God could deliver them, but they would still trust Him if He didn’t.
b) They asked Daniel whether they should worship the golden image.
c) They were willing to return to Jerusalem to help rebuild the temple.
a) They said they knew God could deliver them, but they would still trust Him if He didn’t.
(See Daniel 3:14–18.) “We show our faith in the Lord by choosing to obey Him, regardless of the consequences” (Old Testament Seminary Teacher Manual, 532). Possible review question: How can we develop this same kind of faith in the Lord?
What scripture mastery passage teaches that the Restoration of the gospel is “a marvelous work and a wonder”?
a) Psalm 24:3–4.
b) Isaiah 29:13–14.
c) 1 Samuel 16:7.
b) Isaiah 29:13–14.
“The Restoration of the gospel, including the coming forth of the Book of Mormon, is a marvelous work that corrects false teachings and counters the wisdom of the world” (Old Testament Seminary Teacher Manual, 446). Possible review question: Why is the restored gospel marvelous and wonderful to you?
What did David say he would rely on to defeat Goliath?
a) His physical strength.
b) His armor.
c) The strength of the Lord.
c) The strength of the Lord.
(See 1 Samuel 17:37, 45–47.) “With the strength of the Lord, David slays Goliath” (Old Testament Seminary Teacher Manual, 314). Possible review question: What are some ways we can exercise our faith in the Lord when we experience challenges?
What does the story of the widow in Zarephath providing food for Elijah teach us about blessings?
a) Wickedness will prevent us from being blessed.
b) Acting in faith to follow a prophet’s counsel will bring us blessings.
c) We can miss out on blessings if we do not live up to our potential.
b) Acting in faith to follow a prophet’s counsel will bring us blessings.
(See 1 Kings 17:13–16.) “Before we can receive the Lord’s promised blessings, we must first act in faith” (Old Testament Seminary Teacher Manual, 342). Possible review question: Why is this an important truth for you to understand?
What is one truth we can learn from the phrase “I have graven thee upon the palms of my hands” (Isaiah 49:16)?
a) The Lord sometimes forgets things.
b) The Lord counts each of our sins.
c) The Lord loves us and will never forget us
c) The Lord loves us and will never forget us
(See Isaiah 49:15–16.) “The Lord loves us, and He will never forget us” (Old Testament Seminary Teacher Manual, 460). Possible review question: What experiences have helped you know that the Lord loves you and has not forgotten you?
What does the phrase “I will pour out my spirit upon all flesh” (Joel 2:28) mean?
a) The Lord will visit everyone on earth.
b) All of the wicked will recognize the Spirit and choose to be converted.
c) The Lord will bless all people and send them His Spirit.
c) The Lord will bless all people and send them His Spirit.
(See Joel 2:27–29.) “In the latter days the Lord will pour out His Spirit upon all flesh” (Old Testament Seminary Teacher Manual, 544). 9 President Joseph Fielding Smith taught: “Now, my brethren and sisters, I am not going to confine this prophecy to the members of the Church. The Lord said he would pour out his Spirit upon all flesh. . . . [This means that] the Lord would pour out his blessings and his Spirit upon all people and use them to accomplish his purposes” (Doctrines of Salvation, comp. Bruce R. McConkie, 3 vols. [1954–56], 1:176). Possible review question: What evidence have you seen that the Lord is pouring out His Spirit upon all people to help accomplish His purposes?
What is the main truth taught in Ezekiel 37:15–17?
a) If we turn away from the Lord, we will lose His protection and experience sorrow and suffering.
b) The Bible and the Book of Mormon come together as witnesses that Jesus Christ is our Savior.
c) As we study God’s word, we can receive His guidance.
b) The Bible and the Book of Mormon come together as witnesses that Jesus Christ is our Savior.
“The Bible and the Book of Mormon come together as witnesses that Jesus Christ is our Savior” (Old Testament Seminary Teacher Manual, 517). Possible review question: How has studying both the Bible and the Book of Mormon helped you feel prepared to proclaim and defend your testimony of Jesus Christ?
What is one truth we can learn from Uzzah’s attempt to steady the ark of the covenant?
a) Attempting to direct God’s work without authority brings spiritual death.
b) God will give us strength to obey commandments that are difficult for us.
c) Keeping God’s commandments brings temporal and spiritual blessings.
a) Attempting to direct God’s work without authority brings spiritual death.
(See 2 Samuel 6:3–7.) “Steadying the ark can be compared to trying to correct something in the Church without having received the authority to do so. . . . “. . . Those who attempt to direct God’s work without His authority bring spiritual death upon themselves” (Old Testament Seminary Teacher Manual, 323–24). Possible review question: How are people today trying to correct or direct God’s work even though they lack the authority to do so?
What does the story of Elijah’s contest with the prophets of Baal teach us about the Lord?
a) He knows and cares for each of us individually.
b) He understands all of our pains and sufferings.
c) His power is greater than the power of men and their false gods.
c) His power is greater than the power of men and their false gods.
(See 1 Kings 18:26–29, 36–39.) “The Lord’s power is greater than the power of men” (Old Testament Seminary Teacher Manual, 348). Possible review question: Why is it important for a teenager to know that the Lord’s power is greater than the power of men?
What is the name of the 1,000-year period during which the Lord’s people will enjoy happiness, peace, and prosperity?
a) The Restoration.
b) The Millennium.
c) The spirit world.
b) The Millennium.
(See Isaiah 65:17–25.) “A millennium is a period of 1,000 years. When we speak of ‘the Millennium,’ we refer to the 1,000 years following the Savior’s Second Coming” (True to the Faith: A Gospel Reference [2004], 103). “During the Millennium the Lord’s people will enjoy happiness, peace, and prosperity” (Old Testament Seminary Teacher Manual, 478). Possible review question: What are some things we can do to enjoy happiness, peace, and prosperity now?
How can we become saviors on Mount Zion?
a) By doing temple work for our ancestors.
b) By suffering for the sins of our family and friends.
c) By faithfully enduring our own trials.
a) By doing temple work for our ancestors.
See Obadiah 1:17, 21.) “We become saviors on Mount Zion as we identify our deceased family members and perform ordinances for them in the temple” (Old Testament Seminary Teacher Manual, 554). The Prophet Joseph Smith taught how Church members can act as saviors on Mount Zion: “But how are they to become saviors on Mount Zion? By building their temples, erecting their baptismal fonts, and going forth and receiving all the ordinances, baptisms, confirmations, washings, anointings, ordinations and sealing powers upon their heads, in behalf of all their progenitors who are dead, and redeem them that they may come forth in the first resurrection and be exalted to thrones of glory with them” (Teachings of Presidents of the Church: Joseph Smith [2007], 473). Possible review question: How are we acting like the Savior when we participate in family history and temple work?
Which scripture mastery passage relates to family history and temple work?
a) Psalm 119:105.
b) Isaiah 5:20.
c) Malachi 4:5–6.
c) Malachi 4:5–6.
“As we do family history and temple work, our hearts will be turned to our ancestors and we will help prepare the earth for the Second Coming of Jesus Christ” (Old Testament Seminary Teacher Manual, 590). Possible review question: What experiences have you had as you have done family history and temple work for your ancestors?
What does King David’s experience with Bathsheba teach us?
a) Lustful desires can lead to serious sin.
b) God will help us find the person we should marry.
c) Breaking the law of chastity cannot be forgiven.
a) Lustful desires can lead to serious sin.
(See 2 Samuel 11:2.) “If we choose to entertain lustful desires, we become susceptible to serious sins” (Old Testament Seminary Teacher Manual, 329). Possible review question: What can you do to avoid and control unwanted thoughts and lustful desires?
What did Naaman do that allowed him to be healed of his leprosy?
a) He obeyed the prophet even in the simple things.
b) He was given a priesthood blessing by the laying on of hands.
c) He accepted the gospel of Jesus Christ.
a) He obeyed the prophet even in the simple things.
(See 2 Kings 5:9–10, 13–14.) “If we have faith that the prophet speaks for Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ, then we will follow all of his words. As we do the small and simple things requested by God’s prophets, we will receive great blessings” (Old Testament Seminary Teacher Manual, 355). Possible review question: Why might we be more willing to do something great and less willing to do something small to follow the prophet?
What truth can we learn from Daniel’s refusing to eat the king‘s meat and drink his wine?
a) If we keep the Lord’s laws, then He will bless us physically and spiritually.
b) The Lord will curse the wicked for breaking His commandments.
c) God will not perform miracles in our lives if we lack faith.
a) If we keep the Lord’s laws, then He will bless us physically and spiritually.
(See Daniel 1:17–20.) “If we keep the Lord’s laws, then He will bless us physically and spiritually” (see Old Testament Seminary Teacher Manual, 524). President Boyd K. Packer of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles stated, “As valuable as the Word of Wisdom is as a law of health, it may be much more valuable to you spiritually than it is physically” (“Prayers and Answers,” Ensign, Nov. 1979, 20). Possible review question: In what ways might the Word of Wisdom be much more valuable to us spiritually than it is physically?
What is the main truth taught in Proverbs 3:5–6?
a) The Lord speaks to us in our heart and mind.
b) If we trust in the Lord, He will direct our path.
c) Children are a heritage of the Lord.
b) If we trust in the Lord, He will direct our path.
“If we trust in the Lord with all our heart, then He will direct our paths” (Old Testament Seminary Teacher Manual, 415). Possible review question: When have you trusted in the Lord and felt that He directed your path?
What basic doctrine is taught in Amos 3:7?
a) Ordinances.
b) Commandments (tithing).
c) Marriage and family.
d) Prophets and revelation.
e) The Atonement of Jesus Christ.
d) Prophets and revelation.
“The Lord reveals truth through His prophets” (Old Testament Seminary Teacher Manual, 547). Possible review question: What has the Lord revealed to latter-day prophets that shows how important prophets are today?