- 1. The Passion and Crucifixion of Jesus is a profound and pivotal event in Christian theology, encapsulating themes of sacrifice, redemption, and divine love. It begins with the agony in the garden of Gethsemane, where Jesus, fully aware of the immense suffering awaiting Him, prays fervently, embodying the human experience of fear and anguish. Betrayed by Judas Iscariot, one of His closest disciples, He is arrested and subjected to a series of unjust trials, facing false accusations and mockery from both religious leaders and Roman officials. The weight of human sin and suffering culminates in His brutal scourging and the crowning with thorns, where He is mocked as 'King of the Jews'. Ultimately, Jesus is forced to carry His own cross to Golgotha, a hill outside Jerusalem, where He is crucified alongside two thieves. His excruciating death is marked by profound statements, including the cry of abandonment, 'My God, My God, why have you forsaken me?', revealing the depth of His sacrifice. As He breathes His last, the tearing of the temple veil symbolizes a new covenant between God and humanity, signifying that through His death, believers are offered forgiveness and eternal life. The Passion narrative is not merely a depiction of suffering but a declaration of God's unyielding love for humanity, establishing a cornerstone of Christian belief in the resurrection, which heralds hope and the promise of salvation.
Who was the Roman governor who sentenced Jesus to crucifixion?
A) Pontius Pilate
B) Caesar Augustus
C) Herod Antipas
D) Caiaphas
- 2. What event do Christians commemorate on Good Friday?
A) Jesus' baptism
B) The resurrection of Jesus
C) The Last Supper
D) The crucifixion of Jesus
- 3. What was the inscription placed above Jesus on the cross?
A) The Son of God
B) Jesus of Nazareth, King of the Jews
C) Messiah
D) King of Israel
- 4. What is the significance of the Last Supper?
A) It was when Jesus was baptized.
B) It was Jesus' final meal with His disciples.
C) It was the first miracle of Jesus.
D) It was a Passover meal.
- 5. Who betrayed Jesus for thirty pieces of silver?
A) John
B) Peter
C) Judas Iscariot
D) James
- 6. What significant event occurs three days after the crucifixion?
A) The resurrection of Jesus
B) The Last Supper
C) Pentecost
D) The Ascension
- 7. What did the temple veil tearing signify?
A) Jesus' death was in vain.
B) Access to God was opened for all.
C) The destruction of the temple.
D) The end of Jewish rituals.
- 8. Which Gospel accounts detail the crucifixion of Jesus?
A) Only John
B) All four Gospels
C) Only Luke and John
D) Only Matthew and Mark
- 9. What did the crowd shout when Pilate offered to release Jesus?
A) "Hosanna!"
B) "Release Him!"
C) "We love Him!"
D) "Crucify Him!"
- 10. Who was the first person to see the risen Jesus?
A) The disciples
B) Mary Magdalene
C) Peter
D) John
- 11. What was the charge against Jesus that led to His crucifixion?
A) Turned water into wine.
B) Fed the 5000.
C) Healed the sick.
D) Claiming to be the King of the Jews
- 12. What was placed on Jesus’ head during crucifixion?
A) A helmet
B) A halo
C) A crown of thorns
D) A crown of gold
- 13. What did Jesus use to symbolize His body during the Last Supper?
A) Wine
B) Fish
C) Bread
D) Olives
- 14. Who was present at the crucifixion of Jesus?
A) Moses
B) Abraham
C) His mother Mary
D) David
- 15. How many times did Peter deny Jesus before the rooster crowed?
A) Three times
B) Twice
C) Once
D) Four times
- 16. Where was Jesus buried?
A) In a common grave
B) In the temple
C) In the Sea of Galilee
D) In a tomb owned by Joseph of Arimathea
- 17. What is the title of the event commemorating Jesus' return to heaven?
A) The Crucifixion
B) The Last Supper
C) The Ascension
D) The Resurrection
- 18. Which garden did Jesus pray in before His arrest?
A) Gethsemane
B) Galilee
C) Olive Grove
D) Eden
- 19. What was the name of the high priest during Jesus' trial?
A) Annas
B) Pontius Pilate
C) Herod
D) Caiaphas
- 20. Who denied knowing Jesus three times before the rooster crowed?
A) John
B) Judas
C) Peter
D) Thomas
- 21. What did the soldiers use to pierce Jesus' side?
A) A nail
B) A spear
C) A sword
D) A rock
- 22. Which city did the crucifixion take place?
A) Capernaum
B) Jerusalem
C) Bethlehem
D) Nazareth
- 23. What was the name of the place where Jesus was crucified?
A) Bethany
B) Nazarene
C) Jericho
D) Golgotha
- 24. Which of the following is a Gospel account of Jesus’ crucifixion?
A) Genesis
B) Acts
C) Matthew
D) Revelation
- 25. Which scripture prophesies about the suffering servant?
A) Jeremiah 29
B) Exodus 20
C) Psalms 23
D) Isaiah 53
- 26. What was Jesus charged with that led to his crucifixion?
A) Blasphemy
B) Adultery
C) Inciting a riot
D) Theft
- 27. What did Jesus carry to his crucifixion?
A) Crown of thorns
B) Scroll
C) Staff
D) Cross
- 28. Which feast was taking place during the time of Jesus's crucifixion?
A) Pentecost
B) Purim
C) Passover
D) Tabernacles
- 29. Which disciple doubted the resurrection until he saw Jesus?
A) James
B) Judas
C) Philip
D) Thomas
- 30. Which herb was offered to Jesus to drink?
A) Myrrh
B) Gall
C) Aloe
D) Frankincense
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