THE MALAWI NATIONAL EXAMINATIONS BOARD t;2019 MALAWI SCHOOL CERTIFICATE OF EDUCATION EXAMINATION BIBLE KNOWLEDGE Subject Number: M021/I Wednesday, 26 June Time Allowed: 1h 10 mins 11:00 - 12:10 pm PAPER I (50 marks) The books of the Old Testament and New Testament 1. This paper contains 7 printed pages. Please check. 2. This paper has 50 multiple-choice questions. Answer all questions. Each question carries 1 mark. 3. Before you begin, fill in your examination number on your answer sheet. 4, All answers should be indicated on the answer sheet provided by using a peneil to blacken the letter of your choice. If you change your mind about the answer, use a rubber to rub out completely the blackening under the letter of your first choice. Sample Question Which of the following was the father of proto- Isaiah? A. Uzziah B. Hezekiah C. Amoz D. Ahaz Cc The correct answer C to the sample question is then marked like this XJon the answer sheet as shown below: wHoaeqa soad aAAage 2 Hey 5 1) E} 8 3 wo ‘OO sOO000 PLEASE DO NOT TURN OVER UNTIL YOU ARE TOLD TO DO SO. © 2019 MANEB ‘Tum over’...2019 1. Which of the following books of the Bible is in the group called the wisdom books? A. Genesis B. Isaiah Cc. Job D. Judges 2. The main reason for writing of the Gospels was to show that ‘A. Jesus was the prophesied Messiah. B. Jesus was the descendant of Abraham. C. Jesus was a greater teacher than Moses. D. Jesus had power over nature. 3. In which of the following ways is the Bible used in Civil government today? ‘A. in teaching office bearers to instill good morals in them B. by using it as standard text book in schools for good citizenship C. asa book of guidance during times of conflict D. as a book for the taking of oaths for big positions 4, The following are the things God had promised Abraham except A. to be the father of many nations. B. to give him land for his descendants. CC. tobe given all riches of the World. D. to bea blessing to many nations. Page 2 of 7 M0211 5. For what reason was circumcision important to the patriarchs? A. Itwasa sign of their covenant with God, B. It signified their obedience to God. CC. Itproved that they were leaders. D. It was for health reasons. Which of the following reasons best explains Sarah’s action in sending away Ishmael? A He was not her real son. B. She wanted Isaac to inherit Abraham’s property. C. She had developed hatred for the boy. D. She wanted to have Abraham to herself. Moses was called by God through A. adream, B. the Jewish leaders. C. abuming bush. D. God's angel. Joshua found out private information about Jericho by ‘A. using urim and thumim, B. sending two spies. C. consulting God. D. asking Rahab, These are the ways in which the Israelites were to prepare for meeting with God at Mount Sinai exept A. going up to the mountain, B. washing their clothes. C. refraining from sexual intercourse. D. marking a boundary around the ‘mountain. Continued/....14. 2019 10. 1. 12. 12. Page 3 of 7 Which of the following was common] between Samson and Samuel as judges in Israel? ‘A. being bom from once barren women B. being bom from polygamous families CC. being led to death by their affairs with women D. _ being leaders of Israel as judges and prophets The people of Israel requested for a king because A. Samuel's sons refused to be judges. B, Samuel had grown very old CC. they wanted a king who would not worship other gods. D. the people did not fee! God's presence. Saul’s downfall was due to his pride. lack of confidence. his disobedience to God. overconfidence in his own power. pop For which of the following did King Solomon ask for wisdom from God? A. to show respect to Him B. to show that he was not greedy CC. torule God's people justly D. tonule the kingdom easily Which of the following caused King Solomon to tum away from God? A. He married foreign wives. He introduced worship of foreign gods in Israel. He built altars to the other gods in Israel. He encouraged the worship of foreign gods in Israel. B c D. Mou 15. Which prophet is associated with the vision of the valley of dry bones? A. Hosea B. Amos C. Isaiah D. Ezekiel 16. Why did God call Judah’s leaders “friends of thieves” according to Isaiah 1:23? A. They received stolen things. B. They did not defend the poor. C. They accepted bribes from corrupt people. D. They did not listen to the poor. 17. What will be the consequences of Isaiah’s prophetic mission to the Jews? ‘A. His mission will be easy and simple. B. His mission will make people blind to the truth. C. His mission will open up the hearts of Israel. D. His mission will make Judah flourish abundantly. 18. Which of the following best shows the pride of Babylon in Isaiah 47? A. torturing the Jews B. taking the Jews into exile C. believing strongly in sorcery D. taking herself as god 19. God prepared the servant for his task in the Second Servant song by ‘A. teaching him what to say. B. strengthening him. C. sharpening his words. D. filling him with His Spirit. Continued/...2019 20. 24. 22, 23, 24, The choice of Cyrus to free the Jews from Babylonia shows that God is a universal God. is coming to save His people. is controlling world history. has chosen Persians to lead the Jews. land 2 land3 2and4 3and 4 aepe pomp Books with stories about Jesus from birth up to His resurrection are referred to as ‘A. the Gospels. B. pastoral letters. CC. the scriptures. D. apocalypse. ‘The Biblical belief about Jesus” incamation shows that A. Jesus is the Saviour. B. God became human. C. people should worship and adore Him, D. _ Jesus resurrected from the dead. The priest to serve in the Temple in the Jewish society was identified by A. offering sacrifices. B casting lots. C. praying to God. D. consulting the prophet. Why did the people of Nazareth reject Jesus when He preached in their synagogue? ‘A. They knew Him as the son of Joseph. B. He showed that He was a friend of sinners, C. He claimed to be the king of Judah. D. They felt that salvation would g0 to the Gentiles, Page 4 of 7 25. 21. 28. 29, Mo21/I Why did Jesus tell the Pharisees that those who were well did not need a physician? A. They accused Him of calling a tax collector. B. They accused Him of asking His disciples to fast. CC. The Pharisees pretended to be pious. D. The Pharisees questioned His authority. On which occasion did Peter say, “Master how good it is that we are here! We will make three tents eh A. The Triumphant Entry in Jerusalem B. The Transfiguration C. Jesus’ Trial D. Preparation for the Passover ‘What did the riding of a colt by Jesus symbolize? A. Jesus was a militant King. B. Jesus was a peaceful King, C. Jesus was a political King. D. Jesus was a King for the poor. According to Jesus, if one is to be regarded as the greatest, one must A. bea committed disciple. B. be repentant all the time. C. follow the commandments of God strictly. D. bea servant of others at all times. Which of the following is another name for Jerusalem? A. the city of David B. the city of Samuel C. the city of Solomon D. the city of Jesus Continued/...2019 30. 31. 32. 33. Page 5 of 7 Mot For which of the following reasons. | 35. What did the women who went to was the Passover observed? the tomb of Jesus tell the disciples? A. toremember the giving of the A. that the stone had been rolled Law B. that Jesus had risen from the B. _ toremember the birth of Moses dead C. to commemorate the rebuilding C. that they had not met a man in of the temple white robes D. tocommemorate liberation D. that the guards had fled from from oppression the tomb What was the significance of Jesus’ | 36. For how long were Jesus" disciples ‘comment on the widow’s offering? supposed to stay in Jerusalem after (Luke 21:1-4) His ascension? A. Poor people should also give. A. for one year B. _ Itis an obligation to give B. for few days C. It shows total dependence on C. until they received the Holy God. Spirit D. Women should not sacrifice D. until they were told to leave much. 37. Which of the following events marked ‘Which of the following could the Birth of the Church? have motivated Judas Iscariot to A. Pentecost betray Jesus? B. Passover A. greed for money C. Feast of Tabemacles B. greed for power D. Stephens death C. lack of trust in Jesus D. _ hatred towards Jesus 38. Which role did Saul play in the stoning of Stephen? Which of the following is the A. keeping the witnesses” cloaks significance of Biblical belief in B. confirming his death salvation? C. reporting about this death ‘A. Human beings are bom sinners. D. approving his death Jesus will come in full glory. 39. At which of the following places did a righteous life. Judgement is not necessary to the human race. B. C. Christians should strive to live D. ‘What does the word “Lamb” symbolize in Christianity? A. Humility B. Jesus C. Body of Christ D. Eucharist the conversion of the Ethiopian Eunuch take place? A. Gaza B. Joppa C. Jerusalem D. Lydda Continued/...2019 Page 6 of 7 M021/1 40. Which of the following best illustrates the theme “The Church 43. Which theme is illustrated in the shares in the suffering of Jesus”? sending of Paul to Felix by the ‘A. Elymus becoming blind in Roman commander, Claudius Lysias? Paphos A. The Church shares in the B. the raising of Tabitha from suffering of Jesus, death B. The author’s sympathy for the C. the neglecting of the Jewish Romans. widows in the daily funds C. Jesus works through the Holy distribution Spirit. D. the killing of James, the brother D. The importance of prayer in the of John life of the Church, 41. How were Bamabas and Saul 44. Which theme does the conversion of identified before sending them for the Saul on his way to Damascus ilustat? Sn missionary journey? God saves mankind through Jesus ‘They were set apart by the Holy Christ. Spirit, B. The Holy Spirit guides the Church. B. _Itwas through casting of lots. C. Prayer is vital in the life of the C. Peter was the one who Church. appointed them. D. Jesus works through the Holy D. The Council had voted for them. Spirit. 42." Which of the following occasions 45. Which of the following best shows the importance of prayer in the shows that God protected the lit ofthe Church? early Church? the meeting at Jerusalem on 1. the release of Peter circumcision 2. Gamaliel’s advice to the 2. the conversion of Lydia Council 3. the choosing of Judas’ 3. the death of Herod Agrippa replacement 4. the prayerful life of the 4. the release of Paul and Silas belivers from prison A. Land2 A. Land2 B. Land3 B. 1and3 C. 2and4 C. 2and4 D. 3and4 D. 3and4 Continued/.2017 Page 7 of 7 MO21/1 46. 47. 49. ‘What should the preachers preach against to promote sustainability of natural resources? A. planting vegetation in the environment B. practicing good farming methods C. throwing litter in dust bins D. throwing industrial wastes in rivers The Malawi government is using the Church community to encourage circumcision for the following reasons except A. promoting cleanliness among males, B. reducing chances of contracting HIV. C. preventing sexual partners from cervical cancer. D. _ preventing the spread of HIV. The following are Christian ways of preventing the transmission of HIV and AIDS except A. abstinence. B. self control. C. use of condom. D. love, Which of the following is a Biblical teaching on wealth and poverty? A. Poor people will not enter the Kingdom of God. B. Rich people will not enter the Kingdom of God. C. It was the plan of God that some people should be rich and others poor. D. Every person should work hard to minimize poverty. The following are a Christian perspective of controlling drug and substance abuse except. guidance and counselling. family help and interventions, a total ban on the use of drugs and substances, engaging people in productive occupations. pop> END OF QUESTION PAPER NB: This paper contains 7 printed pages,