Grade 5 CRE – Bible Stories Quiz
1. Why was Peter and John arrested by the Jewish leaders?
2. When Peter and john were brought before the high priests what happened to Peter?
3. Who is the wisest king mentioned in the Bible?
4. What does the Bible say about gaining wisdom according to proverbs 1:7?
5. Who was the first person to plant a vineyard?
6. How many sons did Noah have?
7. Which son of Noah saw his father's nakedness
8. What does the story of Noah and Ham teach us?
9. The act of living harmoniously with others is called___
10. Which king saw writings on the walls MENE MENE TEKEL?
11. Which mountain did the prophets on Baal and prophet of God contest about true God?
12. Which prophet did God answer by fire during the contest about true God?
13. Who was thrown into a den of lions for praying to his God?
Daniel was thrown into the den of lions for praying to his God, but God protected him and he was unharmed.
14. Who did God ask to build an ark to save his family and animals from a great flood?
God asked Noah to build an ark to save his family and animals from a great flood that would cover the earth.
15. Who betrayed Jesus with a kiss?
Judas betrayed Jesus with a kiss, leading to Jesus' arrest and crucifixion.
16. Who was swallowed by a great fish and lived in its belly for three days?
Jonah was swallowed by a great fish after trying to run away from God's call. He repented and was eventually vomited out of the fish alive.
17. Who was sold into slavery by his jealous brothers?
Joseph was sold into slavery by his jealous brothers, but God's plan allowed him to eventually become a powerful leader in Egypt.
18. Who led the Israelites out of slavery in Egypt and received the Ten Commandments from God?
Moses led the Israelites out of slavery in Egypt and received the Ten Commandments from God on Mount Sinai.
19. Who was the son of Abraham and Sarah, born in their old age?
Isaac was the son of Abraham and Sarah, born to them in their old age as a fulfillment of God's promise.
20. Who was the strong man with long hair who lost his strength when his hair was cut?
Samson was a strong man who lost his strength when his hair, a symbol of his Nazirite vow to God, was cut off by Delilah.
21. Who was the little shepherd boy who defeated the giant Goliath with a slingshot?
David, the little shepherd boy, defeated the giant Goliath with just a slingshot and a few stones, showing his great faith in God.
22. Who was the first martyr of the Christian faith, stoned to death for his beliefs?
Stephen was the first martyr of the Christian faith, stoned to death for preaching about Jesus and refusing to deny his beliefs.
23. Who was sold into slavery in Egypt by his brothers, but later became a high-ranking official in Pharaoh's court?
Joseph was sold into slavery in Egypt by his brothers, but due to God's plan, he rose to become a high-ranking official in Pharaoh's court.
24. Who was the devoted friend of David, willing to risk his life for him?
Jonathan was a devoted friend of David, willing to risk his life and his father's wrath to protect and support David.
25. Who was the Old Testament prophet known for his fiery chariot ride to heaven?
Elijah was known for his fiery chariot ride to heaven and his powerful miracles performed by God's spirit in him.
26. Who was thrown into a fiery furnace but remained unharmed due to their faith in God?
Shadrach, along with Meshach and Abednego, were thrown into a fiery furnace for refusing to bow down to King Nebuchadnezzar's idol, but God protected them and they were unharmed.
27. Who was guided by a pillar of cloud by day and a pillar of fire by night during their journey out of Egypt?
Moses led the Israelites out of Egypt, and they were guided by a pillar of cloud by day and a pillar of fire by night, representing God's presence and direction in their journey.
28. Who was the first king of Israel, anointed by the prophet Samuel?
Saul was the first king of Israel, anointed by the prophet Samuel, but he later fell out of God's favor due to disobedience.
29. Who was the king known for his wisdom, who built the temple in Jerusalem?
Solomon was the king known for his wisdom, who built the temple in Jerusalem as a place for worship and sacrifice to God.
30. Who was a young prophet who ascended to heaven in a whirlwind, leaving behind a double portion of his spirit?
Elisha was a young prophet who ascended to heaven in a whirlwind, leaving behind a double portion of his spirit on his successor, Elisha.
31. Who was the woman in the Bible known for her loyalty and dedication to her mother-in-law?
Ruth was known for her loyalty and dedication to her mother-in-law Naomi, staying with her and ultimately becoming the great-grandmother of King David.
32. Who was the prophet who preached to the people of Nineveh, leading them to repentance?
Jonah was the prophet who preached to the people of Nineveh, warning them of God's judgment and leading them to repentance and salvation.
33. Who was the woman who boldly approached King Xerxes to save her people from annihilation?
Esther was the woman who boldly approached King Xerxes to save her people, the Jews, from annihilation, using her courage and wisdom to prevent a great tragedy.
34. Who was the youngest son of Jacob, known for his colorful coat and ability to interpret dreams?
Joseph was the youngest son of Jacob, known for his colorful coat and his ability to interpret dreams, which played a significant role in his eventual rise to power in Egypt.
35. Who was the boy who offered his five loaves and two fish to Jesus, which were miraculously multiplied to feed thousands?
Andrew was the boy who offered his five loaves and two fish to Jesus, which were miraculously multiplied to feed thousands of people, demonstrating Jesus' power and provision.
36. Who was the tax collector called by Jesus to be his disciple?
Matthew, a tax collector, was called by Jesus to be his disciple, leaving behind his old ways to follow Jesus and share the good news of the gospel.
37. Who was a woman who poured expensive perfume on Jesus' feet as an act of love and worship?
Mary of Bethany poured expensive perfume on Jesus' feet as an act of love and worship, showing her devotion and gratitude to Jesus.
38. Who was the disciple who denied knowing Jesus three times before the rooster crowed?
Peter was the disciple who denied knowing Jesus three times before the rooster crowed, but he later repented and became a key leader in the early Christian church.
39. Who was the woman at the well to whom Jesus revealed that he was the Messiah?
The Samaritan woman at the well encountered Jesus, who revealed to her that he was the Messiah and offered her living water, leading to her belief and testimony.
40. Who was the disciple whom Jesus called to walk on water with him, but began to sink due to fear?
Peter was the disciple whom Jesus called to walk on water with him, and though he began to sink due to fear, Jesus saved him and taught him about faith and trust.
41. Who was the woman who touched Jesus' cloak and was healed of her chronic bleeding?
An unamed woman with chronic bleeding touched Jesus' cloak, believing that she would be healed, and her faith made her well. Jesus commended her for her faith.
42. Who was the Roman centurion who showed great faith in Jesus' ability to heal his servant from afar?
The Roman centurion, often referred to as Centurionus, showed great faith in Jesus' ability to heal his servant from afar, acknowledging Jesus' authority and power.
43. Who was the disciple who doubted Jesus' resurrection until he saw and touched the wounds on Jesus' body?
Thomas was the disciple who doubted Jesus' resurrection until he saw and touched the wounds on Jesus' body, prompting Jesus to speak of the importance of faith.
44. Who was the woman who was caught in adultery and brought before Jesus for judgment?
The woman caught in adultery was brought before Jesus for judgment, and he showed compassion and forgiveness instead of condemnation, challenging the crowd to reflect on their own sins.
45. Who was the disciple who had a vision of a sheet descending from heaven with unclean animals, teaching him about God's acceptance of all people?
Peter had a vision of a sheet descending from heaven with unclean animals, teaching him about God's acceptance of all people, regardless of their background or ethnicity.
46. Who was the zealous Pharisee who persecuted Christians before encountering Jesus on the road to Damascus?
Saul, later known as Paul, was a zealous Pharisee who persecuted Christians until he encountered Jesus on the road to Damascus, leading to his conversion and mission to spread the gospel to the Gentiles.
47. Who was the first Christian martyr, stoned to death for proclaiming the gospel?
Stephen was the first Christian martyr, stoned to death for boldly proclaiming the gospel and his faith in Jesus Christ, setting an example of unwavering commitment.
48. Who was the Christian missionary who preached to the Gentiles and wrote many letters in the New Testament?
Paul was a Christian missionary who preached to the Gentiles and wrote many letters in the New Testament, spreading the teachings of Jesus and guiding early Christian communities.
49. Who was the queen who traveled to meet King Solomon, testing his wisdom with riddles and questions?
The Queen of Sheba traveled to meet King Solomon, testing his wisdom with riddles and questions, and she was impressed by his knowledge and righteousness, acknowledging God's favor upon him.