1.
What were the names of the only 2 spies who encouraged the Israelites to have faith in God and cross the Jordan River and not turn against the Lord? -Num 14:6-9
Correct Answer
B. Caleb and Joshua
Explanation
Caleb and Joshua were the only two spies who encouraged the Israelites to have faith in God and cross the Jordan River. In Numbers 14:6-9, Caleb and Joshua spoke out against the other spies who were spreading fear and doubt among the Israelites. They urged the people to trust in God's promises and not to turn against the Lord. Their faith and courage ultimately led to their survival and entrance into the Promised Land.
2.
What did the Israelites start talking about doing with Joshua and Caleb after they encouraged them to go on into the Promised Land? Num 14:10
Correct Answer
B. Stoning them
Explanation
After Joshua and Caleb encouraged the Israelites to go on into the Promised Land, the Israelites started talking about stoning them. This means that instead of heeding their advice and following their leadership, the Israelites turned against Joshua and Caleb and wanted to kill them by throwing stones at them. This reaction highlights the lack of faith and disobedience of the Israelites towards God's plan for them.
3.
"All the people began talking about ________ Joshua and Caleb with a feast."
Correct Answer
D. Killing
Explanation
The correct answer is "Killing". The sentence suggests that the people started talking about Joshua and Caleb in a negative context, as they celebrated or feasted after their killing. This implies that Joshua and Caleb were involved in some sort of violent act or were responsible for someone's death, leading to discussions among the people.
4.
What did God talk about doing to the Israelites after they complained and didn't want to cross the Jordan? Num 14:12
Correct Answer
C. He talked about killing them and starting over by making a new nation.
Explanation
After the Israelites complained and expressed their unwillingness to cross the Jordan, God discussed the idea of killing them and creating a new nation. This suggests that God was extremely displeased with their lack of faith and obedience, to the point where he was willing to start over with a new generation of people who would be more faithful to him.
5.
What promise did God make to the Israelites? Num 14:21-24, 30
Correct Answer
B. None of the people who he had brought out of Egypt would enter the promised land except Joshua and Caleb.
Explanation
The correct answer is that none of the people who God had brought out of Egypt would enter the promised land except Joshua and Caleb. This is stated in Numbers 14:21-24, 30, where God declares that because of the Israelites' lack of faith and disobedience, they would wander in the wilderness for 40 years until the entire generation had died off. Only Joshua and Caleb, who had shown faith and trust in God, would be allowed to enter the promised land.
6.
God punished the Israelites for 40 years (1 year for every day that _____) -Num 14:34
Correct Answer
C. The spies were in Canaan, spying out the land.
Explanation
In the book of Numbers, the Israelites sent twelve spies to explore the land of Canaan, which God had promised to give them. However, ten of the spies brought back a negative report, causing the people to lose faith in God's promise. As a result, God punished the Israelites by making them wander in the wilderness for forty years, with each year representing a day that the spies had spent in Canaan. Therefore, the correct answer is "The spies were in Canaan, spying out the land."
7.
"I will kill them all with a terrible ______. I will destroy them, and I will use you to make another nation."
Correct Answer
D. Sickness
Explanation
The correct answer is Sickness. In the given statement, the speaker expresses their intent to kill everyone using a terrible method. The word "sickness" fits this context as it can refer to a disease or illness that can cause harm or even death to individuals. Using sickness as a weapon suggests that the speaker plans to use a contagious or deadly disease to destroy their enemies and potentially use the survivors to build a new nation.
8.
What happened to the spies who came back with a bad report and didn't believe God would help them be successful in taking over the land? -Num 14:37
Correct Answer
A. God killed them.
Explanation
The spies who came back with a bad report and lacked faith in God's help were punished by God. He killed them as a consequence of their disbelief and lack of trust in His power and promise. This severe punishment served as a lesson to the Israelites about the importance of faith and obedience in their journey to conquer the land.
9.
What object did not go with the Israelites when they went into Canaan to fight, against God's will? Num 14:44
Correct Answer
A. The ark of the covenant
Explanation
The ark of the covenant did not go with the Israelites when they went into Canaan to fight, against God's will. The ark of the covenant was a sacred object that symbolized God's presence among the Israelites. It was carried by the priests and played a central role in their worship and rituals. However, in this particular instance, due to the Israelites' disobedience and lack of faith, God did not allow the ark to accompany them into battle.
10.
What did God say should happen to the man that was caught working on the Sabbath? Num 15:35
Correct Answer
C. Kill him
Explanation
In Num 15:35, God commanded that the man who was caught working on the Sabbath should be killed. This indicates that God viewed the violation of the Sabbath as a serious offense that warranted severe punishment. This command was given to establish the importance of keeping the Sabbath holy and to discourage others from disregarding this commandment.