Jesus curses a fig tree and it withers (Mark 11:12–14, 20–21) - Test
Jesus curses a fig tree and it withers Mark
  • 1. What did Jesus do to the fig tree?
A) He blessed it.
B) He pruned it.
C) He cursed it.
D) He watered it.
  • 2. What was the reason Jesus cursed the fig tree?
A) It had too many leaves.
B) It had no fruit.
C) It was dying.
D) It was too tall.
  • 3. What is the significance of the fig tree in this passage?
A) It denotes wealth.
B) It symbolizes spiritual barrenness.
C) It represents abundance.
D) It is a healing symbol.
  • 4. How did Jesus respond when he saw the fig tree?
A) He sat under it.
B) He climbed it.
C) He was pleased.
D) He found nothing but leaves.
  • 5. What lesson did Jesus teach following the cursing of the fig tree?
A) Always plant seeds.
B) Eat figs.
C) Be kind to trees.
D) Have faith in God.
  • 6. Which disciples noticed the withered fig tree?
A) Andrew.
B) Peter.
C) Matthew.
D) John.
  • 7. What time of year was it when Jesus cursed the fig tree?
A) It was winter.
B) It was not the season for figs.
C) It was summer.
D) It was autumn.
  • 8. What did Jesus say when He cursed the fig tree?
A) You will blossom next year.
B) You will grow tall.
C) No one will eat from you again.
D) You will produce fruit.
  • 9. What was the mood of Jesus when he encountered the fig tree?
A) Joyful.
B) Indifferent.
C) Disappointed.
D) Angry.
  • 10. What does the withering of the fig tree signify in biblical terms?
A) Provision.
B) Healing.
C) Judgment for unfruitfulness.
D) A miracle.
  • 11. What does this story teach about faith?
A) Faith requires evidence.
B) Faith is irrelevant.
C) Faith can move mountains.
D) Faith is only for the righteous.
  • 12. What did Jesus emphasize about prayer after the incident?
A) Believe that you received.
B) Only pray in groups.
C) Pray quietly.
D) Pray only at night.
  • 13. How long did it take for the fig tree to wither completely?
A) A year.
B) A full week.
C) Several days.
D) Overnight.
  • 14. What does the phrase 'no one will eat from you again' imply?
A) Blessing in disguise.
B) Temporary punishment.
C) Future growth.
D) Permanent barrenness.
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