1. In Matthew 5, Jesus says 'Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.' What is the second Beatitude that immediately follows this one?
A.Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy
B.Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted
C.Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth
D.Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled
2. According to Matthew 5:11-12, what should disciples do when people insult them and falsely say all kinds of evil against them because of Jesus?
A.Remain silent and avoid confrontation
B.Rejoice and be glad, because great is their reward in heaven
C.Respond with anger to defend their faith
D.Leave the city and go to another place
3. In Matthew 5:21-22, Jesus expands the commandment against murder by stating that anger without cause makes a person subject to judgment. What phrase does Jesus use to describe someone who calls another person a fool?
A.Subject to the council
B.Subject to the fire of hell
C.In danger of the fire of hell
D.Worthy of condemnation
4. What does Jesus say about reconciliation with a brother in Matthew 5:23-24 if you remember that your brother has something against you?
A.You should report the matter to the temple authorities
B.You should leave your gift at the altar and go be reconciled first
C.You should ask the brother for forgiveness in front of witnesses
D.You should wait until the brother comes to you with an apology
5. According to Matthew 5:27-28, how does Jesus expand the commandment against adultery?
A.He emphasizes that only physical adultery is forbidden, not thoughts
B.He states that anyone who looks at a woman lustfully has already committed adultery with her in his heart
C.He declares that women should not appear in public without their husbands
D.He says adultery is only a sin if both people are married
6. In Matthew 5:38-39, Jesus teaches about responding to evil. What does he say should be done when someone strikes you on the right cheek?
A.Strike them back on the left cheek
B.Report them to the authorities
C.Turn to them the other cheek also
D.Forgive them but avoid their presence
7. According to Matthew 5:43-44, what does Jesus command his followers to do regarding their enemies?
A.Avoid them and keep distance
B.Love them and pray for those who persecute you
C.Tolerate them but not befriend them
D.Warn others about their dangerous nature
8. What reason does Jesus give in Matthew 5:45-46 for loving enemies and doing good to those who hate you?
A.So that you will become wealthy and respected
B.So that you will be like your Father in heaven, and to distinguish yourself from tax collectors and pagans
C.So that your enemies will become your friends
D.So that God will forgive your own sins
9. In Matthew 5:13, Jesus describes his followers as 'the salt of the earth.' What does he say happens if the salt loses its saltiness?
A.It becomes pure water
B.It can be made salty again through prayer
C.It is no longer good for anything except to be thrown out and trampled underfoot
D.It will be used as a foundation for buildings
10. According to Matthew 5:17, what does Jesus say about the Law and the Prophets?
A.He came to abolish them because they are no longer relevant
B.He came to fulfill them, not to abolish them
C.He came to modify them to make them easier to follow
D.He came to replace them with a new set of commandments