Amos Quiz
Amos is a book of the Old Testament with 9 chapters. Bible Quizio has 6 questions on Amos, from easy to scholar level. Here is a sample, each with the answer, the Scripture reference and an explanation.
What sin does Amos attribute to Gaza?
Intermediate
Answer: Took captive whole communities (Amos 1:6)
Amos 1:6 states that Gaza took captive whole communities and sold them to Edom, indicating exploitation.
What nation does Amos first pronounce judgment against?
Intermediate
Answer: Damascus (Amos 1:3)
Amos 1:3 begins with judgment against Damascus, stating, 'For three sins of Damascus, even for four, I will not relent.'
What is the ultimate fate of the nations judged in Amos 1?
Intermediate
Answer: Destruction by fire (Amos 1:4, 7, 10, 12, 14)
Amos 1:4, 7, 10, 12, and 14 all indicate that fire is a common judgment against the nations, leading to their destruction.
What sin is attributed to Edom in Amos 1?
Intermediate
Answer: Pursued his brother with a sword (Amos 1:11)
Amos 1:11 states that Edom pursued his brother with a sword and cast off all pity, indicating violence and betrayal.
What imagery does Amos use to describe the Lord's voice?
Intermediate
Answer: Roaring like a lion (Amos 1:2)
Amos 1:2 describes the Lord as roaring from Zion, which emphasizes His power and authority.
Who is the prophet that delivers the messages in Amos 1?
Easy
Answer: Amos (Amos 1:1)
Amos is introduced as the prophet who received the word of the Lord concerning Israel. Amos 1:1 states, 'The words of Amos, one of the shepherds of Tekoa.'