Old Testament Test 4

What does the term "apocalyptic" refer to (as is relevant to our class)?

A type of prophecy that describes future events through visions that use strange images

What is the most accurate description of human emotions as they are expressed in the Psalms?

All the emotions expressed are healthy and authentic.

Which of the following figures in Daniel represents God?

Ancient of Days

Which nation is in control during most of the days of Daniel?

Babylon

According to the textbook, what is the frame narrator's view of Qoheleth's voice?

Basically positive, which is a bit surprising

Which book is not among the Prophets in the Hebrew Bible?

Daniel

Which of the following human characters in Job was most correct in his assessment? Select one:

Elihu

According to Ecclesiastes, what is the key to a meaningful and significant life?

Fear God and keep his commandments.

Which of the following pairs—which match a psalm type with its corresponding major emotion—is not accurate?

Imprecatory/gratitude

How does the book of Job end?

Job is blessed with a new family and material things.

Which of the following propositions did Job's friends eventually deny?

Job is innocent

In the book of Job, the satan character denies which of the following propositions (even though the proposition is true)?

Job's piety is disinterested.

The book of Proverbs pictures life as a __________.

Journey

In Ecclesiastes, what is life "under the sun"?

Life generally as we experience it in a fallen world

Proverbs 26:4-5 provides two statements: "Do not answer a fool according to his folly, or you will be like him yourself"; and, "Answer a fool according to his folly, or he will be wise in his own eyes." This is a good example of which basic principle?

Proverbs are general truths that assume exceptions.

How does the professor understand the interrelationship between Job, Proverbs, and Ecclesiastes?

Proverbs is "standard wisdom"; Job and Ecclesiastes are "speculative wisdom," challenging a superficial understanding of Proverbs and the retributive principle.

What is the most appropriate application point from the book of Daniel?

Stay faithful and trust that God is sovereign

Who is the female lover in Song of Solomon/Songs?

The Shulammite woman

Which of the following is the most accurate statement concerning the historical context of the Psalms?

The specific historical context of most psalms is unknown and unnecessary.

If Ecclesiastes were reduced to a text message, what would it say?

WTF

What is Job's "role" (at least in his mind) in the Earthly Trial of Job 3-37?

defendant

According to Proverbs, what disposition toward God constitutes "the beginning of wisdom"?

fear

Which of the following Hebrew-based words means, "praise Yahweh"?

hallelujah

What is Job's "role" in the Heavenly Trial of Job 1-2?

key witness

Daniel was thrown into a den of _______________.

lions

Ultimately, Proverbs focuses on the development of wise _______________.

living

Which of the following genres best characterizes Song of Solomon/Songs?

love poetry

According to the professor, how would the author of Job ultimately answer the question, "Why do people suffer?" Because Satan is at work behind the scenes Because God is arbitrary and capricious Because of a human's personal sin Because God wants to strengthen one's character None of the above (i.e., the question is left unanswered ultimately)

none of the above

Which of the following does not see any hint of restoration after exile? Isaiah Jeremiah Ezekiel Minor Prophets

none of the above

Which of the following questions is ultimately answered by Ecclesiastes? How is God both good and just? Why do the righteous suffer? How can one find consistency in life? How should one handle adversity?

none of the above

What is the direct source of authority for the sage? That is, where does he get wisdom?

observation and experience

What is the most fundamental component of Hebrew poetry?

parallelism