On this Twenty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year C), the Church presents us with profound lessons from Sirach, Hebrews, and the Gospel of Luke on the virtue of humility, God’s covenant, and true Christian hospitality. To help deepen your understanding of today’s liturgy, we have prepared 20 theologically challenging multiple-choice questions. These questions are designed not only to test knowledge but also to inspire deeper reflection on Scripture and its application in daily life.

20 Theological Multiple-Choice Questions

1. According to Sirach 3:17, what is the fruit of humility?

A) Wealth and long life
B) Being loved more than a giver of gifts ✅
C) Divine punishment avoided
D) The fear of enemies

2. Sirach teaches that the greater a person becomes, the more they must…

A) Seek power
B) Rely on wealth
C) Humble themselves ✅
D) Show authority

3. What is described as incurable in Sirach 3:28?

A) Poverty
B) Sickness
C) Pride ✅
D) Ignorance

4. In Sirach, humility is linked with:

A) Wisdom and divine favour ✅
B) Power and success
C) Ritual purity
D) Military strength

5. The Letter to the Hebrews contrasts two mountains. Which are they?

A) Sinai and Carmel
B) Sinai and Zion ✅
C) Zion and Horeb
D) Tabor and Sinai

6. Mount Sinai symbolises:

A) Fear and trembling before God ✅
B) Joyful worship with angels
C) Eucharistic celebration
D) The New Covenant

7. What does Mount Zion represent in Hebrews 12:22?

A) The earthly Jerusalem
B) A fearful covenant
C) The heavenly Jerusalem ✅
D) A temporary covenant

8. Who is named as the mediator of the New Covenant in Hebrews 12:24?

A) Moses
B) Elijah
C) Jesus ✅
D) Abraham

9. According to Hebrews, who are “the assembly of the firstborn”?

A) The Patriarchs
B) All Christians enrolled in heaven ✅
C) Angels in festal gathering
D) The Apostles

10. Which central theme connects Sirach and the Gospel?

A) The danger of wealth
B) The importance of humility ✅
C) The law of sacrifice
D) The beauty of creation

11. In Luke 14:7-10, Jesus teaches the parable of…

A) The lost coin
B) The lowest place at the banquet ✅
C) The wise builder
D) The prodigal son

12. What principle does Jesus emphasise in Luke 14:11?

A) The law of Moses is supreme
B) All who exalt themselves will be humbled ✅
C) The greatest must be the teacher
D) Riches bring blessing

13. In the Gospel, who does Jesus tell us to invite to our banquets?

A) Rich neighbours
B) Relatives
C) The poor and the crippled ✅
D) Government officials

14. What is promised as a reward for inviting those who cannot repay?

A) Fame and recognition
B) Blessing at the resurrection of the righteous ✅
C) More wealth
D) Social honour

15. The practice of choosing the lowest seat teaches us:

A) To avoid being noticed
B) To show false modesty
C) To trust God to exalt us ✅
D) To gain human respect

16. In Hebrews, why was the Sinai covenant fearful?

A) Because God’s voice was like thunder ✅
B) Because Moses was absent
C) Because sacrifices were lacking
D) Because of idolatry

17. The Gospel teaching about humility is also echoed in:

A) Genesis 12
B) Proverbs 16:18 ✅
C) 2 Samuel 7
D) Daniel 7

18. The Sirach passage warns that arrogance…

A) Leads to wealth
B) Finds no cure ✅
C) Wins many friends
D) Guarantees safety

19. Which key Eucharistic theme can be drawn from today’s Gospel banquet?

A) Only priests may eat
B) The poor are excluded
C) God invites all, especially those who cannot repay ✅
D) Only Jews are welcomed

20. Summing up today’s liturgy, the Church teaches that true greatness lies in…

A) Social honour
B) Material success
C) Humility and service ✅
D) Observing traditions

By Joseph Iyaji 08038644328