Grade 10 Christian Religious Education β Methods of Studying the Holy Bible Quiz
1. What does the method called 'exegesis' primarily focus on when studying an Old Testament passage?
Exegesis seeks to draw out the original meaning of the text by studying its historical, cultural and literary context, which helps understand what the author intended.
2. Which method studies how later readers interpret the Old Testament and the principles used to translate meaning to today?
Hermeneutics is the science and art of interpretation, focusing on rules and principles used to apply ancient texts to present-day situations.
3. Which tool helps a student find every place a particular Hebrew word appears in the Old Testament?
A concordance lists words and where they occur in the Bible, making it useful for tracing a particular Hebrew word across Old Testament passages.
4. What is the main purpose of using a Bible commentary when studying an Old Testament book?
Commentaries give scholarly insights on historical background, language, literary features and possible meanings, helping students understand difficult passages.
5. Which study method emphasizes careful observation, interpretation and application of a passage in that order?
The inductive method begins with observation of the text, moves to interpretation of meaning, and ends with application to life, making it practical for learners.
6. Why is it important to study the historical and cultural background of an Old Testament book in the Kenyan classroom?
Knowing historical and cultural background helps students see why certain commands or images were used and prevents misunderstandings when applying the text today.
7. Which method of study looks at the Old Testament book as literature, noting genres like law, poetry, prophecy and narrative?
The literary approach analyses genre, structure, themes and literary devices to interpret the meaning and how the author communicates the message.
8. What does 'textual criticism' help a student do when studying Old Testament manuscripts?
Textual criticism examines variant manuscript readings to determine the most authentic original text, important for accurate study and translation.
9. Which method studies how different parts of the Old Testament use and refer to earlier texts within Scripture?
Intertextuality examines how biblical books quote, allude to or reinterpret earlier Scripture, helping students see theological development across the Old Testament.
10. What is 'form criticism' mainly concerned with in Old Testament studies?
Form criticism classifies smaller literary units and explores their original setting in life, helping explain why a text was written and how it functioned in the community.
11. Which approach would a student use to study a single topic, like 'covenant', across the Old Testament?
Topical study gathers and examines passages related to a theme across many books to understand the full biblical teaching on that topic.
12. When teachers ask students to compare two Bible translations side by side to see differences, which method are they using?
Comparing translations shows how translators render words and phrases, helping students notice interpretive choices and gain deeper understanding.
13. Why is learning some basic Hebrew helpful for studying the Old Testament?
Basic knowledge of Hebrew allows students to check key words and phrases for richer meaning and to understand why translators made certain choices.
14. What is a Bible atlas useful for when studying Old Testament narratives?
An atlas shows locations, travel routes and physical features, helping students visualise contexts of events and better understand narratives.
15. Which method is best if a student wants to reflect on a short Psalm slowly, using silence and prayer to listen for God's voice?
Lectio Divina is a devotional practice of reading, meditating, praying and contemplating Scripture slowly to hear God's guidance.
16. What is the main goal of doing a word study on a key Hebrew word in the Old Testament?
Word studies examine original language roots, uses and contexts to clarify the specific meaning of a term in a particular passage.
17. Which study habit helps students remember Scripture and apply it to daily life in a Kenyan school setting?
Consistent reading, memorisation, group discussion and trying to live out the text help students internalise and apply biblical teaching.
18. What does 'redaction criticism' examine when studying an Old Testament book?
Redaction criticism looks at how editors compiled and edited earlier sources, revealing theological emphases and editorial intent in the final book.
19. How can using a study Bible help a 15-year-old student studying the Old Testament?
Study Bibles include helpful explanatory notes, background information and tools that make understanding the Old Testament easier for learners.
20. What is the purpose of observing literary features such as repetition, parallelism and chiasm in Old Testament poetry?
Noting poetic devices helps readers see how the author highlights ideas and structures thought, which reveals deeper meanings in Psalms and prophetic poetry.
21. Which method encourages group discussion, sharing different views and applying the Old Testament text to community life in Kenya?
Group study promotes shared insights, accountability and practical application of Scripture to communal and personal challenges in the Kenyan context.
22. What is 'application' in the threefold method of observation-interpretation-application?
Application moves from understanding what the text meant to deciding how it should affect behaviour, choices and faith in today's context.
23. Which tool would help a student look up the meaning of a person, place or custom mentioned in the Old Testament?
A Bible dictionary gives concise articles on people, places, customs and concepts, helping students quickly learn background information for study.
24. What is the best practice when a student finds two different possible meanings for a Hebrew word in a verse?
Context, comparative usage and scholarly tools help determine which meaning fits the passage best rather than guessing.
25. Why is it important for Kenyan students to compare how the Old Testament was understood by Jewish tradition and by early Christians?
Comparing traditions helps students appreciate how texts were read and applied historically, which informs responsible interpretation today.