The Book of James: Chapter 3 Quiz
Test your knowledge of James chapter three.
1. According to James, not many should desire to be __________ because they will be judged more strictly.
a. Prophets
b. Apostles
c. Teachers
d. Missionaries
2. What three metaphors does James use to describe the power of the tongue?
a. Horse bits, ship rudders, and fire
b. Horse bits, a stream that leads to the ocean, and seeds
c. Seeds, picture frames, and rain
d. Pregnancy, a candle, and gold coins
3. Fill in the blanks of James 3:9, “With the tongue we __________and with it we __________, who have been made in God’s likeness.”
a. Sing with angels…shout at our neighbors
b. Praise our Lord and Father…curse human beings
c. Share encouragement…love our neighbors
d. Frame our future…tear others down
4. Out of the same mouth come…
a. Praise and cursing
b. Singing and complaining
c. Encouragement and edification
d. Complaining and compliments
5. What three metaphors does James use to convey how illogical it is for our tongue to produce both good and evil?
a. Bread without yeast, a fig tree without fruit, and an empty wineskin
b. A king without a throne, a horse without reins, and a painting without a frame
c. A candle without a wick, a lamp without a lampstand, salt that lost its flavor
d. Salt spring producing fresh water, a fig tree bearing olives, a grapevine bearing figs
6. According to James, how should someone show if they are wise?
a. By their good life and deeds done in humility
b. By their knowledge of God’s Word
c. By their good works and generous giving
d. By their self-control and faithfulness
7. James 3:16 says, “For where you have_________________, there you find disorder and every evil practice."
a. Greed and pride
b. Envy and selfish ambition
c. Pride and envy
d. Bitterness and judgment
8. What is considered pure, peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere?
a. The fruit of the Spirit
b. Kind words
c. The wisdom that comes from heaven
d. A truly righteous person
Answer Key:
1. C
2. A
3. B
4. A
5. D
6. A
7. B
8. C
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