Characters
Who is the main character of these chapters?
Joseph
Why did Joseph’s brothers go to Egypt?
To buy food
What problem affected the land?
Famine
How did Joseph treat his brothers at the end?
With kindness
What new name was given to Jacob?
Israel
Which brother stayed behind in Egypt first?
Simeon
What did Joseph accuse his brothers of?
Being spies
Who stored food in Egypt?
Joseph
Did Joseph forgive his brothers?
Yes
Who did Jacob bless before he died?
His sons
Who had the silver cup placed in his sack?
Benjamin
What did Joseph secretly return to his brothers?
Their money
Why were people coming to Egypt?
To get food
What did Joseph say about what his brothers did to him?
God meant it for good
Which son received the greater blessing unexpectedly?
Ephraim
Which brother offered to take Benjamin’s place?
Judah
What item was hidden in Benjamin’s sack?
A silver cup
What position did Joseph have in Egypt?
Governor / ruler under Pharaoh
Why is forgiveness important in this story?
It brings peace and healing
What did Jacob ask to be done after he died?
Be buried in the promised land
Who is Joseph’s father?
Jacob (Israel)
What did Joseph finally reveal to his brothers?
His true identity
What does the famine teach about preparation?
Be prepared and trust God’s guidance
What does this story teach about trusting God?
He can turn bad situations into good
What promise did Joseph make about the future of Israel?
God would bring them out of Egypt