Background
A term meaning the "Good News," this also describes the first four books of the New Testament.
Gospel
In the opening chapter of the Gospel of Mark, where does John the Baptist baptize Jesus?
Jordan River
Who prepares the way for Jesus by preaching repentance and baptizing people in the wilderness?
John the Baptist
This word meaning “Messiah” is a title given to Jesus indicating that His followers believed him to be the anointed son of King David, whom some Jews expected to restore the fortunes of Israel:
Christ
The Last Supper, which instituted the Eucharist, took place at a feast celebrating this Jewish holiday
Passover
What title is traditionally given to Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John as the authors of the four canonical Gospels?
Evangelist
In Mark 6, Jesus says, “A prophet is not without honor, except in his hometown,” referring to the town where he grew up. What is that town?
Nazareth
Which group of Jewish leaders, known for being strict interpreters of the law, is often depicted as opposing Jesus, criticizing him for associating with sinners and not following their customs? (e.g. no healing on the sabbath)
Pharisees
In the Gospel of Mark, what Aramaic word does Jesus use when addressing God in prayer, expressing an intimate, personal relationship with his Father?
Abba
At Jesus' Triumphal Entry into Jerusalem, what word do the crowds shout (meaning "save us"), expressing praise and recognition of Him as the Messiah?
Hosanna
According to early Church tradition, the Gospel of Mark is based on the recollections and testimony of which apostle, with John Mark serving as his interpreter and secretary?
Peter
Much of Jesus’ ministry in the Gospel of Mark takes place in which region of northern Israel, where he begins teaching, healing, and gathering his disciples?
Galilee
Who is the Roman governor who ultimately sentences Jesus to be crucified, despite finding no fault in him?
Pontius Pilate
What title do the Roman soldiers mockingly place on the sign above Jesus’ cross?
"King of the Jews"
On the night before his crucifixion, immediately before his arrest, where does Jesus go to pray in deep distress and sorrow?
Gethsemane (or Garden of Gethsemane)
What term, meaning “to see together,” is used to describe the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke because of their shared perspective and similarities?
Synoptic
What is the name of the Jewish high council responsible for questioning Jesus and eventually condemning him to death for blasphemy?
Sanhedrin
In the Gospel of Mark, which prisoner, known as a murderer and insurrectionist, is released after the crowd chooses him to be pardoned instead of Jesus?
Barrabas
What is the name of a sign or wonder attributed to divine power and is beyond the capability of natural or scientific laws to explain. As an intervention in the “natural order” of things, they demonstrate Jesus’ authority.
Miracle
What term (meaning suffering) is used to describe the narrative of the physical, mental, spiritual suffering of Christ, as well as His crucifixion and death?
Passion
According to most scholars, the Gospel of Mark was written primarily for which audience, as shown by its explanations of Jewish customs and translation of Aramaic terms?
Gentiles
After his trial before the Jewish authorities, Jesus is taken for sentencing at the Roman governor's palace known as the ____________.
Praetorium
In the Gospel of Mark, which three disciples does Jesus take with him to pray in the Garden of Gethsemane, the same three who witnessed the Transfiguration.
Peter, James, and John
What is the name of a short story or metaphor that Jesus often used, which used everyday comparisons to illustrate a deeper spiritual truths or lessons in a memorable and relatable way.
Parable
What event describes Jesus appearing in radiant glory on a mountain in the presence of Moses and Elijah, as witnessed by a select group of disciples.
Transfiguration