Historical Books
This book narrates the Israelites’ conquest of the Promised Land.
What is Joshua?
This book is filled with short sayings about everyday ethics.
What is Proverbs?
He is a major prophet known for visions and hope.
Who is Isaiah?
He led the Exodus out of Egypt.
Who is Moses?
This strategy helps determine the meaning of unknown words.
What are context clues?
These books in the Old Testament tell Israel’s national story.
What are the historical books?
“The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom” is found here.
What is Proverbs?
Minor prophets are called "minor" because of this reason.
What are shorter books?
This king defeated Goliath with just a slingshot and faith.
Who is David?
A summary should focus on these two things.
What are main ideas and supporting details?
She saved her people in a story about survival and identity.
Who is Esther?
This book claims that much of life is “vanity.”
What is Ecclesiastes?
This prophet called for social justice and said, “Let justice roll down like waters.”
Who is Amos?
This man’s suffering raises questions about faith and justice.
Who is Job?
This can clarify a confusing passage.
What is using context clues?
He led the Israelites into the Promised Land.
Who is Joshua?
The story of Solomon’s judgment between two women teaches this about love.
What is True maternal love is self-sacrificing?
The main theme of Jeremiah’s message.
What is judgment and exile?
God spoke to this man from a burning bush.
Who is Moses?
This reading skill helps you understand implied meaning.
What is drawing inferences?
The book of Judges features the accomplishments of this incredibly strong man.
Who is Samson?
This poetic book reminds us to find joy in life’s simple pleasures.
What is Ecclesiastes?
These two themes often appear in prophetic messages.
What are repentance and justice?
Known for his wisdom, he proposed splitting a baby to reveal the true mother.
Who is Solomon?
Knowing the author's intent requires analyzing this.
What are audience and message?