KS3 The problem of evil and suffering Christianity
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- Q1According to Christianity, which of the following is the main explanation for the problem of evil and suffering?Scientific lawsDivine punishmentFate and destinyFree will30s
- Q2According to Christianity, which of the following is NOT a possible reason for the existence of evil and suffering?Consequence of human actionsTesting and strengthening faithPunishment for sinDivine favoritism30s
- Q3According to Christianity, which of the following is the role of God in the problem of evil and suffering?A passive observerA source of comfort and strengthThe cause and origin of evilThe one who directly inflicts suffering30s
- Q4According to Christianity, what is the ultimate solution to the problem of evil and suffering?Human efforts and advancementsRedemption through Jesus ChristElimination of all evil from the worldKarma and reincarnation30s
- Q5According to Christianity, what is the role of suffering in the life of a believer?To test God's love and faithfulnessTo build character and strengthen faithTo discourage believersTo punish for sins committed30s
- Q6According to Christianity, what is the origin of evil in the world?Random chanceDivine punishmentThe actions of SatanThe Fall of humanity30s
- Q7According to Christianity, what is the purpose of evil and suffering?To bring about a greater goodTo punish sinnersTo challenge faithTo test God's power30s
- Q8According to Christianity, what is theodicy?The attempt to reconcile the existence of evil and suffering with the existence of a good and all-powerful GodThe denial of the existence of evil and sufferingThe belief in divine punishment for every wrongdoingThe belief that evil and suffering are necessary for human growth30s
- Q9In the book of Job, what tragedy occurs to Job?He travels the worldHe gains immense wealthHe loses his wealth, children, and healthHe becomes a king30s
- Q10In the book of Job, who is the main character?MosesAdamJobDavid30s
- Q11In the book of Job, who engages in a conversation with Job about suffering?SatanJob's friendsGodElihu30s
- Q12What is the theme of the book of Job?The Kingdom of GodThe importance of wealthThe problem of human sufferingThe life of Job30s
- Q13In the book of Job, who challenges Job's faith and suggests he curse God?AngelsJob's wifeJob's friendsSatan30s
- Q14In the book of Job, what is the purpose of Job's suffering?To teach him a lessonTo test his faith and integrityTo reward him for his righteousnessTo punish him for his sins30s
- Q15According to the story of the Fall of Man, who was responsible for tempting Adam and Eve to eat the forbidden fruit?AdamGodEveThe serpent30s