Old Testament Basics
Why did God command Noah to build an ark?
Because the people were so wicked.
Who was swallowed by a great fish?
Jonah
I was placed in a basket as a baby and rescued from the river. Who am I?
Moses
What did the rainbow symbolize after Noah's flood?
God's covenant that He would not again destroy all flesh with a flood
What was the name of Abraham's wife?
Sarah
What did God tell Adam & Eve not to eat in the garden of Eden?
fruit of the tree of knowledge of good & evil
What food did God provide for the Israelites in the wilderness?
Manna
I interpreted Pharaoh's dreams and became a powerful leader in Egypt. Who am I?
Joseph of Egypt
Name two of the Ten Commandments?
You shall have no other gods before me
You shall not make for yourself any carved image (no idols)
You shall not misuse the name of the Lord your God
Remember the Sabbath day, to keep it holy
Honor your father and your mother
You shall not murder
You shall not commit adultery
You shall not steal
You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor
Who was the mother of all living?
Eve
What was the name of the tower that people built in an attempt to reach heaven?
Tower of Babel
Who was thrown into a den of lions?
Daniel
I was known for my great strength, but I lost it after my hair was cut. Who am I?
Samson
According to Moses 1:39, what is God's work and glory?
To bring to pass the immortality and eternal life of man
Who was Jacob's favorite wife and the mother of Joseph?
Rachel
Why did Joseph's brother's throw him in a pit?
They were jealous because he was his father's favorite and he told them of his dreams about him ruling over them.
What city had walls that came tumbling down after the Israelites marched around them?
Jericho
I was Abraham's son, whom God asked Abraham to offer as a sacrifice. Who am I?
Isaac
What does the Passover help us remember?
The Lord delivering Israel from Egypt; it also points to Jesus Christ as the Lamb of God
I became queen and bravely helped save my people. Who am I?
Esther
What did God promise Abraham his descendants would be as numerous as?
The stars in heaven (and the sand of the seashore)
Why was Daniel thrown into a den of lions?
Because he continued to pray 3 times a day even after praying the king signed a law forbidding it.
I was the youngest son of Jesse, and I defeated a giant named Goliath before becoming king of Israel.Who am I?
David
What does the story of the Israelites being delivered from Egypt teach us about trusting God?
That God hears, delivers, and strengthens His people
Who was turned into a pillar of salt when she looked back at the city of Sodom?
Lot's wife