Joseph Sold into Slavery
  • 1. Joseph Sold into Slavery is a poignant narrative that unfolds in the pages of the Bible, particularly in the Book of Genesis. This story follows the life of Joseph, the favored son of Jacob, who through a series of unfortunate events, is betrayed by his own brothers out of jealousy and resentment due to their father's preferential treatment towards him. After stripping him of his ornate coat, a symbol of his father's love, they sell him to a caravan of Ishmaelite merchants traveling to Egypt, where he is subsequently sold as a slave. This heart-wrenching act marks the beginning of a tumultuous journey for Joseph, who must navigate misfortune and adversity far from his homeland. Despite being betrayed and mistreated, Joseph's resilience and unwavering faith in God shine through as he overcomes challenges and rises to power in Egypt, ultimately becoming a critical figure in the survival of his family during famine. This narrative not only highlights themes of betrayal and redemption but also emphasizes the idea that divine providence can guide individuals through the darkest of times toward a greater purpose, turning what begins as a tragic event into a story of hope and reconciliation.

    Who was Joseph's father?
A) Esau
B) Jacob
C) Abraham
D) Isaac
  • 2. What was the name of Joseph's mother?
A) Zilpah
B) Rachel
C) Bilhah
D) Leah
  • 3. What was Joseph given by his father that caused his brothers to be jealous?
A) A sword
B) A ring
C) A crown
D) A coat of many colors
  • 4. How did Joseph's brothers initially plan to deal with him?
A) To abandon him
B) To kill him
C) To sell him
D) To imprison him
  • 5. To whom did Joseph's brothers sell him?
A) Egyptians
B) Canaanites
C) Ishmaelite traders
D) Philistines
  • 6. What did Joseph's brothers do to his coat?
A) Tore it
B) Dipped it in goat's blood
C) Hid it
D) Burned it
  • 7. What land was Joseph taken to after being sold?
A) Egypt
B) Canaan
C) Babylon
D) Midian
  • 8. What position did Joseph hold in Potiphar's house?
A) Overseer
B) Shepherd
C) Cook
D) Gardener
  • 9. Who did Joseph interpret dreams for while in prison?
A) The Pharaoh
B) The cupbearer and the baker
C) The soldiers
D) The guards
  • 10. What was the name of Joseph's youngest brother?
A) Samuel
B) Benjamin
C) David
D) Isaac
  • 11. What did Joseph ultimately do for his family?
A) Sent them away
B) Imprisoned them
C) Provided them with food and a place to live
D) Ignored them
  • 12. How much time passed before Joseph was called to interpret Pharaoh's dream?
A) Ten years
B) Five years
C) One year
D) Two years
  • 13. How many years of plenty were followed by years of famine in Egypt?
A) Ten
B) Five
C) Seven
D) Four
  • 14. Which chapter in Genesis primarily covers Joseph's story?
A) Genesis 20-25
B) Genesis 15-20
C) Genesis 30-35
D) Genesis 37-50
  • 15. How many brothers did Joseph have?
A) Twelve
B) Eleven
C) Nine
D) Ten
  • 16. Where did Jacob and his family settle in Egypt?
A) Jerusalem
B) Goshen
C) Alexandria
D) Cairo
  • 17. What was Jacob's other name?
A) Moses
B) Abraham
C) Isaac
D) Israel
  • 18. What is a significant theme in Joseph's story?
A) Forgiveness
B) Greed
C) Revenge
D) Hatred
  • 19. What happened to the cupbearer after Joseph interpreted his dream?
A) He was imprisoned
B) He was restored to his position
C) He was executed
D) He fled
  • 20. What item did Joseph give Benjamin to test his brothers?
A) A gold ring
B) A coat
C) A necklace
D) A silver cup
  • 21. Which of Joseph's brothers pledged to take Benjamin's place?
A) Levi
B) Simeon
C) Judah
D) Reuben
  • 22. What did Joseph accuse his brothers of?
A) Being spies
B) Lying
C) Being thieves
D) Killing
  • 23. Who was kept as a prisoner to ensure their return?
A) Simeon
B) Judah
C) Levi
D) Reuben
  • 24. How did Joseph's brothers end up in Egypt?
A) To seek employment
B) To buy grain during a famine
C) To visit relatives
D) To escape from Canaan
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