Matthew Chapter 2 Quiz

Based on the ESV translation (10 Questions)

1. Where did Jesus' birth take place according to Matthew 2:1?

A) Jerusalem in Judea

B) Bethlehem in Judea

C) Nazareth in Galilee

D) Capernaum

2. Who came from the East to Jerusalem after Jesus was born?

A) Shepherds

B) Roman Soldiers

C) Wise Men (Magi)

D) Chief Priests

3. What was the reaction of King Herod and "all Jerusalem" when they heard of the birth of the King of the Jews?

A) They rejoiced greatly

B) They were troubled

C) They ignored the news

D) They immediately worshiped

4. According to the chief priests, where was the Christ to be born, as prophesied?

A) Bethlehem in Judea

B) Jerusalem

C) Egypt

D) Ramah

5. Which of the following was NOT one of the three gifts the wise men presented to Jesus?

A) Gold

B) Silver

C) Frankincense

D) Myrrh

6. After worshiping, how were the wise men warned not to return to Herod?

A) By a letter

B) In a dream

C) By an earthquake

D) By a direct command from the star

7. Where did Joseph flee with Mary and the child when warned by the angel?

A) Damascus

B) Bethlehem

C) Egypt

D) Galilee

8. What was the age limit Herod set for the male children he commanded to be killed in Bethlehem?

A) All male infants

B) Two years old or under

C) Six months old or under

D) All children

9. Who was spoken of as weeping for her children, symbolizing the slaughter of the male children?

A) Leah

B) Mary

C) Rachel

D) Elizabeth

10. After returning from Egypt, Joseph settled in which city of Galilee?

A) Capernaum

B) Bethlehem

C) Jerusalem

D) Nazareth

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