1.
"For this is the covenant that I will make with the house of Israel after those days, declares the Lord: I will put my law within them, and I will write it on their _____. And I will be their God, and they shall be my people."
Correct Answer
C. Hearts
Explanation
The correct answer is "Hearts". In this passage, the Lord is making a covenant with the house of Israel. He promises to put his law within them and write it on their hearts. This signifies a deep internalization and understanding of the law, rather than it being merely external or superficial. By writing his law on their hearts, the Lord establishes a personal and intimate relationship with his people, where he will be their God and they will be his people.
2.
"And no longer shall each one teach his neighbor and each his brother, saying, ‘Know the Lord,’ for they shall all know me, from the least of them to the greatest, declares the Lord. For I will forgive their iniquity, and I will remember their sin ______.”
Correct Answer
B. No more
Explanation
The correct answer is "No more". This is indicated by the phrase "And no longer shall each one teach his neighbor and each his brother, saying, ‘Know the Lord,’ for they shall all know me, from the least of them to the greatest, declares the Lord." This suggests that there will no longer be a need for individuals to teach others about God because everyone will already know Him. Additionally, the statement "For I will forgive their iniquity, and I will remember their sin no more" supports the idea that sin will no longer be remembered or held against them.
3.
"So do not be afraid, Jacob my servant; do not be dismayed, Israel,’declares the ______."
Correct Answer
A. Lord
Explanation
The correct answer is "Lord". The given statement is a declaration of assurance and encouragement from the speaker. The phrase "declares the Lord" indicates that it is the Lord who is speaking and giving this message to Jacob (the speaker's servant) and Israel. The use of "Lord" in this context suggests that the speaker is a divine being, instilling confidence and dispelling fear and dismay.
4.
“Sing with _______ for Jacob; shout for the foremost of the nations.Make your praises heard, and say, ‘Lord, save your people, the remnant of Israel."
Correct Answer
D. Joy
Explanation
The correct answer is Joy. The given passage encourages singing and shouting for Jacob, the foremost of the nations, and making praises heard. This suggests a positive and joyful tone. The phrase "Lord, save your people, the remnant of Israel" further implies a hopeful and joyful plea for salvation. Therefore, the most fitting emotion to fill the blank is Joy.
5.
"They will come with _______; they will pray as I bring them back.I will lead them beside streams of water on a level path where they will not stumble,because I am Israel’s father, and Ephraim is my firstborn son."
Correct Answer
C. Weeping
6.
"How awful that day will be! No other will be like it.It will be a time of trouble for Jacob, but he will be _____ out of it."
Correct Answer
D. Saved
Explanation
The passage describes a day that will be awful and unlike any other, a time of trouble for Jacob. However, it states that he will be "______ out of it." The word that fits logically in this context is "saved." This indicates that despite the difficulties and trouble, Jacob will be rescued or protected from the situation.
7.
"Alas! That day is so great there is none like it; it is a time of distress for Jacob; yet he shall be _____."
Correct Answer
A. Saved out of it
Explanation
The given phrase states that the day being referred to is a time of distress for Jacob. However, despite the distress, Jacob will be saved out of it. This implies that although the day may be challenging, Jacob will ultimately be rescued or protected from the difficulties he faces.
8.
"For the Lord has created a new thing on the earth: a woman _______ a man."
Correct Answer
B. Encircles
Explanation
The correct answer is "Encircles". This is because the phrase "For the Lord has created a new thing on the earth" implies that something unique and different has been created. The word "encircles" suggests a sense of completeness and unity, as if the woman is surrounding or encompassing the man. This could be interpreted as a metaphor for a deep emotional connection or a strong bond between a woman and a man.
9.
"In those days they shall no longer say: “‘The fathers have eaten sour grapes, and the children's teeth are set on edge.’ 30 But everyone shall die for his ____ iniquity."
Correct Answer
C. Own
Explanation
The correct answer is "Own". This is because the passage states that in those days, people will no longer blame their fathers for their problems. Instead, each person will be held accountable for their own iniquity or wrongdoing. Therefore, the correct answer is "Own".
10.
“Behold, the days are coming, declares the Lord, when I will ___ covenant with the house of Israel and the house of Judah, 32 not like the covenant that I made with their fathers on the day when I took them by the hand to bring them out of the land of Egypt, my covenant that they broke, though I was their husband, declares the Lord."
Correct Answer
A. Make a new
Explanation
The passage states that in the future, the Lord will make a new covenant with the house of Israel and the house of Judah. This new covenant will be different from the previous one made when the Israelites were brought out of Egypt, which they broke. Therefore, the correct answer is "Make a new," indicating that a new covenant will be established.