The birth and early life of Jesus - Jamb Christian Religious Knowledge (CRK) Past Questions and Answers

Question 11:

• JAMB 1986

What specific reply did John the Baptist give to the solders during his preaching?

A. Collect no more than is appointed you'
B. Do not begin to say to yourselves 'We have Abraham as our Father'
C. 'Bear fruits that befit repentance
D. 'Be content with your wages

Question 12:

• JAMB 1987

When Joseph discovered that his betrothed, Mary was with a child, he decided to divorce her quietly because

A. Mary was too tender and lovely
B. The angel warned Joseph not to be harsh on Mary
C. Joseph was disappointed with Mary
D. He was a just man

Question 13:

• JAMB 1987

Though Herod wanted to put John the Baptist to death, he feared the people, because they held him to be a

A. Priest
B. Preacher
C. Prophet
D. Forerunner of Christ

Question 14:

• JAMB 1988

The gift of gold to the infant Jesus indicated His

A. Royal status
B. Priestly status
C. Prophetic status
D. Messianic missio

Question 15:

• JAMB 1988

Herod ordered the killing of children when he

A. Learnt that a king was born
B. Had been tricked by the wise men
C. Could not see the new born baby
D. Searched in vain for the wise men