The Book of James: Chapter 2 Quiz

1. James contrasts a wealthy man wearing fine clothes and a poor man in filthy clothes to illustrate what principle? 

a. Do not be greedy.

b. Do not judge.

c. Do not ignore the poor.

d. Do not show favoritism.

2. James said the royal law in Scripture is:  

a. “Love your neighbor as yourself.”

b. “Love God and hate evil.”

c. “Give, and it will be given back to you.”

d. “Walk humbly with your God.”

3. Finish James 2:10, “For whoever keeps the whole law and yet stumbles at just one point ___________________.” 

a. …should not judge anyone else. 

b. …is guilty of breaking all of it.

c. …needs forgiveness. 

d. …should be proud of themselves.  

4. What triumphs over judgment?

a. Sacrifice

b. Love

c. Mercy

d. Kind words 

5. Finish James 2:14, “What good is it, my brothers and sisters, if someone claims to have faith but has no ________?" 

a. Deeds 

b. Wisdom

c. Knowledge 

d. Peace

6. Who did James use as an example of faith and actions working together?

a. Moses and Ruth 

b. Adam and Eve

c. Elisha and Elijah 

d. Abraham and Rahab

7. According to James, faith without deeds is… 

a. Inevitable

b. Hope

c. Wishful thinking

d. Dead 

8. What example does James use of a person that has faith but no deeds?

a. A brother or a sister is without clothes and daily food. Instead of helping the physical needs, the believer says, “Go in peace; keep warm and well fed.” 

b. A believer who only prays for the one who is thirsty but never gives him a cup of cold water. 

c. A rich man who gives money to the poor only to be seen by others.  

d. A man who turns his back on his relatives in need. 

Answer Key: 

1. D

2. A

3. B

4. C

5. A

6. D

7. D

8. A

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