Grade 4 CRE – Balaam's Donkey Quiz

1. Where did Zacchaeus live?

Mombasa
Nairobi
Jericho
Bethlehem
Explanation:

Zacchaeus lived in the city of Jericho, not Nairobi, Mombasa, or Bethlehem.

2. What was Zacchaeus' occupation?

Fisherman
Tax Collector
Teacher
Carpenter
Explanation:

Zacchaeus was a tax collector, not a fisherman, carpenter, or teacher.

3. Why did Zacchaeus climb a tree?

To hide from Jesus
To avoid the crowd
To pick fruits
To be closer to Jesus
Explanation:

Zacchaeus climbed a tree to see Jesus better, not to pick fruits, avoid the crowd, or hide from Jesus.

4. What did Zacchaeus promise to do after meeting Jesus?

He promised to give away all his money
He promised to give half his possessions to the poor
He promised to cheat people
He promised to become a thief
Explanation:

After meeting Jesus, Zacchaeus promised to give half of his possessions to the poor, not cheat people or become a thief.

5. How did Jesus respond to Zacchaeus' change of heart?

He praised Zacchaeus
He left Zacchaeus
He rebuked Zacchaeus
He ignored Zacchaeus
Explanation:

Jesus praised Zacchaeus for his change of heart, he did not ignore, rebuke, or leave him.

6. What was Zacchaeus' physical trait that made it hard for him to see Jesus?

He was too short
He was too fat
He was too weak
He was too tall
Explanation:

Zacchaeus was too short, not too tall, fat, or weak, which made it hard for him to see Jesus in the crowd.

7. Who criticized Jesus for visiting Zacchaeus' house?

The Disciples
King Herod
The Pharisees
Pontius Pilate
Explanation:

The Pharisees criticized Jesus for visiting Zacchaeus' house, not the disciples, Pontius Pilate, or King Herod.

8. What did Zacchaeus do to repay those he had cheated?

He repaid double the amount
He ran away
He ignored them
He apologized to them
Explanation:

Zacchaeus promised to repay those he had cheated by giving them back double the amount, not apologizing, running away, or ignoring them.

9. How did Zacchaeus show his repentance?

By praying once
By seeking forgiveness
By turning himself in to the authorities
By making amends for his wrongdoings
Explanation:

Zacchaeus showed his repentance by making amends for his wrongdoings, not just praying once, seeking forgiveness, or turning himself in to the authorities.

10. Why was Zacchaeus despised by the people?

Because he was poor
Because he was too generous
Because he was honest
Because he was a tax collector
Explanation:

Zacchaeus was despised by the people because he was a tax collector, not because he was too generous, honest, or poor.

11. What did Balaam's donkey see that Balaam did not see?

A beautiful flower
A talking bird
A river
An angel with a drawn sword
Explanation:

The correct choice is 'An angel with a drawn sword'. In the story, Balaam's donkey saw an angel with a drawn sword blocking their path, but Balaam did not see it until the donkey spoke to him.

12. Why did Balaam's donkey stop in the middle of the road?

It saw the angel of the Lord
It wanted to rest
It was tired
It saw something scary
Explanation:

The correct choice is 'It saw the angel of the Lord'. The donkey stopped because it saw the angel of the Lord standing in the road with a drawn sword.

13. How did Balaam react when his donkey started speaking to him?

He thanked the donkey
He laughed
He got angry and beat the donkey
He ignored it
Explanation:

The correct choice is 'He got angry and beat the donkey'. Balaam was angry when his donkey spoke to him and he beat the donkey three times before realizing the reason for its behavior.

14. Who opened Balaam's eyes to see the angel of the Lord?

The donkey
A passing traveler
Balaam himself
The angel of the Lord
Explanation:

The correct choice is 'The angel of the Lord'. The angel of the Lord opened Balaam's eyes so that he could see him standing in the road with a drawn sword.

15. What did Balaam do once he saw the angel of the Lord?

He bowed down in fear
He continued on his journey
He ran away
He spoke to the angel
Explanation:

The correct choice is 'He bowed down in fear'. Balaam immediately bowed down in fear and humility when he saw the angel of the Lord standing before him.

16. What was the name of the tax collector in the Bible story of Zacchaeus?

Matthew
Peter
Zacchaeus
John
Explanation:

Zacchaeus was the tax collector in the Bible story of Zacchaeus The Tax Collector.

17. Where did Zacchaeus climb to see Jesus?

River
Mountain
House
Tree
Explanation:

Zacchaeus climbed a tree to see Jesus as he was short in stature.

18. What did Zacchaeus do for a living?

Tax Collector
Doctor
Fisherman
Farmer
Explanation:

Zacchaeus was a tax collector in Jericho.

19. How did Zacchaeus get Jesus' attention?

Climbed a tree
Called out to him
Sent a message
Sent a letter
Explanation:

Zacchaeus climbed a sycamore-fig tree to get a better view of Jesus.

20. What did Zacchaeus say he would do after meeting Jesus?

Steal from people
Give half his possessions to the poor
Ignore everyone
Keep his wealth
Explanation:

Zacchaeus promised to give half of his possessions to the poor and repay four times the amount to anyone he had cheated.

21. Who did Zacchaeus want to see when he climbed the tree?

Mary
Peter
Jesus
Paul
Explanation:

Zacchaeus wanted to see Jesus, which is why he climbed the tree.

22. What was Zacchaeus' reaction when Jesus said he would stay at his house?

Sad
Happy
Confused
Angry
Explanation:

Zacchaeus was overjoyed when Jesus said he would stay at his house.

23. Why did Zacchaeus climb a tree?

To get a better view of Jesus
To avoid paying taxes
To hide from people
To sleep
Explanation:

Zacchaeus climbed a tree to see Jesus passing by, as he was short and couldn't see over the crowd.

24. What was Zacchaeus' occupation before meeting Jesus?

Teacher
Carpenter
Tax Collector
Shepherd
Explanation:

Zacchaeus was a tax collector before meeting Jesus, but he changed his ways after the encounter.

25. Who was Zacchaeus in the Bible story known for?

Healing the sick
Meeting Jesus
Feeding the 5000
Parable of the lost sheep
Explanation:

Zacchaeus is known in the Bible story for meeting Jesus and repenting of his sins.

26. What was the name of the tax collector in the Bible story of Zacchaeus?

John
Peter
David
Zacchaeus
Explanation:

Zacchaeus was the tax collector in the Bible story. He was a man of short stature who climbed a sycamore tree to see Jesus passing by.

27. Where did Zacchaeus climb to see Jesus passing by?

A building
A rock
A tree
A hill
Explanation:

Zacchaeus climbed a sycamore tree to get a better view of Jesus passing by. This tree allowed him to see over the crowd.

28. What did Zacchaeus do when Jesus approached the tree?

He ignored Jesus
He hid behind the branches
He threw rocks at Jesus
He called out to Jesus
Explanation:

Zacchaeus called out to Jesus from the tree, showing his desire to see and connect with Jesus despite the crowd's disapproval.

29. How did the crowd react to Zacchaeus climbing the tree?

They encouraged him
They laughed at him
They helped him climb
They criticized him
Explanation:

The crowd criticized Zacchaeus for climbing the tree and for being a tax collector, showing their disapproval of his actions and reputation.

30. What was Zacchaeus' profession in the Bible story?

Tax collector
Carpenter
Fisherman
Shepherd
Explanation:

Zacchaeus was a tax collector, a job that was looked down upon by many during that time. Despite his profession, he sought to see Jesus.

31. How did Zacchaeus show his repentance after meeting Jesus?

He lied about his sins
He gave half his possessions to the poor
He cursed Jesus
He ran away
Explanation:

After meeting Jesus, Zacchaeus repented and promised to give half of his possessions to the poor and pay back anyone he cheated four times over.

32. What did Jesus say to Zacchaeus after he climbed down from the tree?

'Follow me'
'You are forgiven'
'Today salvation has come to this house'
'Well done!'
Explanation:

Jesus told Zacchaeus that salvation had come to his house, signifying the transformation that had taken place within Zacchaeus as a result of his encounter with Jesus.

33. Why did Zacchaeus climb the tree in the Bible story?

To run away
To see Jesus
To avoid paying taxes
To hide from Jesus
Explanation:

Zacchaeus climbed the tree to get a better view of Jesus as He passed by since he was short and the crowd blocked his vision.

34. How did Zacchaeus react when Jesus invited Himself to Zacchaeus' house?

He closed the door
He welcomed Jesus gladly
He made excuses
He said no
Explanation:

Zacchaeus gladly welcomed Jesus into his home, showing his joy and eagerness to host Jesus despite his past as a tax collector.

35. What did the crowd think when Jesus chose to stay at Zacchaeus' house?

They were angry
They were happy
They were indifferent
They were surprised
Explanation:

The crowd was surprised that Jesus chose to stay at Zacchaeus' house, as Zacchaeus was not well-liked due to his profession as a tax collector.