- 1. The Acts of the Apostles, often referred to simply as Acts, is a foundational text in the New Testament of the Christian Bible, traditionally attributed to Luke the Evangelist. This book serves as a critical historical account documenting the early church's development after the ascension of Jesus Christ, detailing the spread of the Gospel through the efforts of the apostles, particularly Peter and Paul. Throughout its narrative, Acts captures the transformative events and miracles that marked the apostles' journeys, emphasizing the role of the Holy Spirit in guiding and empowering the early followers of Jesus. It recounts significant episodes such as the Day of Pentecost, where the Holy Spirit descended upon the apostles, enabling them to speak in various tongues, thus heralding the church's expansion into diverse cultures and regions, including Judea, Samaria, and ultimately to the ends of the earth. The text is rich in theological themes, including the inclusion of Gentiles into the early Christian community, the communal living of believers, the persecution they faced, and the unwavering courage with which they proclaimed the Gospel. Acts also highlights pivotal figures like Stephen, the first martyr, and Paul, whose missionary journeys and letters significantly shaped Christian theology and practice. Through vivid storytelling and theological reflection, the Acts of the Apostles not only provides a narrative of early Christian history but also invites readers to reflect on the mission of the church and the continuing influence of the Holy Spirit in their lives.
Who is traditionally believed to be the author of the Acts of the Apostles?
A) Luke
B) Matthew
C) Mark
D) John
- 2. What is the primary focus of the Acts of the Apostles?
A) The history of the Roman Empire
B) The prophecies of the Old Testament
C) The life of Jesus before the crucifixion
D) The early church and the spread of Christianity
- 3. What event marks the beginning of the Acts of the Apostles?
A) The crucifixion of Jesus
B) The Last Supper
C) The birth of Jesus
D) The Ascension of Jesus
- 4. Which event is described as the coming of the Holy Spirit?
A) Pentecost
B) The Last Judgment
C) Passover
D) The Great Commission
- 5. What sign accompanied the coming of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost?
A) Tongues of fire
B) A great earthquake
C) Thunder and lightning
D) Clouds of smoke
- 6. Who preached the first sermon after Pentecost?
A) James
B) Peter
C) John
D) Paul
- 7. Who was the first Christian martyr mentioned in Acts?
A) Peter
B) James
C) Stephen
D) Paul
- 8. What miraculous event is associated with the apostles Peter and John at the temple?
A) Casting out demons
B) Feeding the 5000
C) Walking on water
D) Healing a lame beggar
- 9. What was Saul of Tarsus doing before converting to Christianity?
A) Preaching the Gospel
B) Persecuting Christians
C) Writing letters
D) Healing the sick
- 10. What name was Saul known by after his conversion?
A) Barnabas
B) Peter
C) Paul
D) Timothy
- 11. Who accompanied Paul on his first missionary journey?
A) Luke
B) Barnabas
C) Timothy
D) Silas
- 12. What was the main issue discussed at the Council of Jerusalem?
A) The end of times
B) Gentile Christians and the Law of Moses
C) The role of women in the church
D) The nature of the Resurrection
- 13. Where was Paul imprisoned for two years?
A) Caesarea
B) Antioch
C) Jerusalem
D) Rome
- 14. In Acts, which city is referred to as 'the City of the Gods'?
A) Rome
B) Lystra
C) Ephesus
D) Antioch
- 15. Who preached to the Ethiopian eunuch?
A) Philip
B) Peter
C) Paul
D) Barnabas
- 16. What was the major theme of Paul’s letters written during his imprisonment?
A) Instructions on the Law of Moses
B) Prophecy about the end times
C) Guidance on political matters
D) Encouragement and unity in Christ
- 17. Who was the first person to convert to Christianity in Europe?
A) Timothy
B) Lydia
C) Diego
D) Priscilla
- 18. What is the final scene of the Acts of the Apostles?
A) Paul preaching in Rome
B) The crucifixion of Paul
C) The Ascension of Jesus
D) The resurrection of Jesus
- 19. What did the early Christians share in common according to Acts?
A) Their customs and languages
B) Their possessions and meals
C) Their political allegiance
D) Their temples and sacrifices
- 20. Which episode dramatically demonstrates Paul's faith amidst persecution?
A) Peter's speech to the Sanhedrin
B) Paul and Silas in prison
C) Philip's encounter with the magician
D) Stephen's stoning
- 21. What was the name of the lame man healed by Peter and John?
A) Bartholomew
B) A man from birth
C) Eli
D) Stephen
- 22. Who oversaw the stoning of Stephen?
A) Ananias
B) Saul
C) Caiaphas
D) Barnabas
- 23. What vision did Peter have that changed his views on clean and unclean animals?
A) A sheet with animals
B) A dream about Paul
C) A vision of Jesus
D) A burning bush
- 24. To which city was Saul sent after his conversion?
A) Antioch
B) Bethany
C) Damascus
D) Jerusalem
- 25. Where did Paul and Silas sing hymns while imprisoned?
A) Ephesus
B) Philippi
C) Corinth
D) Jerusalem
- 26. Who fell from a window during Paul’s sermon and died?
A) Sergius
B) Timothy
C) Eutychus
D) Nicolas
- 27. Which sorcerer sought to buy the power of the Holy Spirit?
A) Simon Magus
B) Zebedee
C) Ephesus
D) Cornelius
- 28. What was the primary theme of Paul’s sermon at Mars Hill?
A) The Ten Commandments
B) The Resurrection
C) The Law of Moses
D) The Unknown God
- 29. What does Paul do with the believers in Ephesus?
A) Writes them a letter
B) Baptizes them all
C) Leaves them immediately
D) Teaches them for two years
- 30. In which city did the apostles first begin preaching after Pentecost?
A) Jerusalem
B) Antioch
C) Ephesus
D) Rome
- 31. How many chapters are in the Acts of the Apostles?
A) 30
B) 32
C) 28
D) 25
- 32. Which group of people did Paul address in Athens?
A) Farmers
B) Merchants
C) Soldiers
D) Philosophers
- 33. Who was the Roman centurion that Peter preached to?
A) Nero
B) Cornelius
C) Julius
D) Titus
- 34. Where was Paul shipwrecked on his way to Rome?
A) Malta
B) Cyprus
C) Rhodes
D) Crete
- 35. What were the names of Paul's letters to churches called?
A) Revelations
B) Acts
C) Epistles
D) Gospels
- 36. Which apostle was known for doubting the resurrection of Jesus?
A) Thomas
B) Bartholomew
C) Philip
D) James
- 37. What city was known as the center of early Christianity where the disciples were first called Christians?
A) Ephesus
B) Alexandria
C) Antioch
D) Jerusalem
- 38. What did Peter raise from the dead?
A) Tabitha (Dorcas)
B) Eutychus
C) Lazarus
D) Jairus' daughter
- 39. Who was the sorcerer that opposed Paul and Barnabas in Paphos?
A) Bar-Jesus (Elymas)
B) Nicodemus
C) Simon Magus
D) Ananias
- 40. Who was the prominent member of the Sanhedrin that spoke in defense of the apostles?
A) Joseph of Arimathea
B) Gamaliel
C) Caiaphas
D) Annas
- 41. What miraculous event occurs when Peter is freed from prison?
A) He hides under a bed
B) A storm breaks the doors
C) An angel leads him out
D) He walks through walls
- 42. Which city was known for its quarreling about Paul’s teachings?
A) Galatia
B) Corinth
C) Philippi
D) Ephesus
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