Welcome to our Bible Quiz on Acts Chapter 2! This chapter is a crucial part of the New Testament, as it tells the story of the Holy Spirit’s descent upon the apostles during the day of Pentecost, marking the birth of the early Christian church.
Bible Quiz on Acts Chapter 2
Using the King James Version (KJV) of the Bible, we’ve carefully crafted questions that cover every verse in the chapter. Each question is accompanied by five possible answers, as well as an explanation with the correct answer and Bible verse citation. Whether you’re a Bible scholar or just looking to expand your knowledge, this Bible quiz on Acts chapter 2 offers an enjoyable and enlightening experience. [Related article: Bible Quiz on Acts Chapter 1: Test Your Knowledge!]
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Table of Contents
Question 1 to 10
Question 1: In Acts 2:1, what Jewish festival were the apostles gathered together for?
A. Passover
B. Purim
C. Pentecost
D. Rosh Hashanah
E. Hanukkah
Question 2: Where were the apostles when the Holy Spirit came upon them?
A. In a synagogue
B. At the temple
C. In an upper room
D. In the marketplace
E. By the river
Question 3: What sound filled the house where the apostles were sitting, according to Acts 2:2?
A. A mighty rushing wind
B. Thunder and lightning
C. Angelic voices
D. A heavenly trumpet
E. A choir of seraphim
Question 4: How did the Holy Spirit manifest upon each of the apostles in Acts 2:3?
A. A glowing halo
B. A beam of light
C. A dove descending
D. Cloven tongues like as of fire
E. A pillar of cloud
Question 5: What ability did the apostles receive from the Holy Spirit in Acts 2:4?
A. Healing the sick
B. Raising the dead
C. Speaking in tongues
D. Walking on water
E. Multiplying food
Question 6: What were the people in Jerusalem for during this event, according to Acts 2:5?
A. A Roman census
B. The Olympic Games
C. A royal wedding
D. The Feast of Unleavened Bread
E. To worship at the temple
Question 7: In Acts 2:6, what was the reaction of the people when they heard the apostles speaking in tongues?
A. They were confused
B. They were angry
C. They were amused
D. They were indifferent
E. They were fearful
Question 8: How many different nations are listed in Acts 2:9-11 as being present in Jerusalem?
A. 7
B. 10
C. 13
D. 15
E. 18
Question 9: In Acts 2:12, how did the people respond to the apostles speaking in tongues?
A. They accused the apostles of being drunk
B. They praised God for the miracle
C. They asked the apostles to teach them
D. They were amazed and in doubt
E. They wanted to become apostles too
Question 10: Which apostle stood up to address the crowd in Acts 2:14?
A. Peter
B. John
C. James
D. Matthew
E. Paul
Answers to Questions 1 to 10
Answer 1: C. Pentecost
In Acts 2:1, the apostles were gathered together for the Jewish festival of Pentecost. “And when the day of Pentecost was fully come, they were all with one accord in one place.”
Answer 2: C. In an upper room
The apostles were in an upper room when the Holy Spirit came upon them (Acts 1:13-14). Although the exact location is not mentioned in Acts 2, the context suggests that they were still in the same place.
Answer 3: A. A mighty rushing wind
Acts 2:2 describes the sound that filled the house where the apostles were sitting as a mighty rushing wind: “And suddenly there came a sound from heaven as of a rushing mighty wind, and it filled all the house where they were sitting.”
Answer 4: D. Cloven tongues like as of fire
The Holy Spirit manifested upon each of the apostles as cloven tongues like as of fire. Acts 2:3 says, “And there appeared unto them cloven tongues like as of fire, and it sat upon each of them.”
Answer 5: C. Speaking in tongues
The apostles received the ability to speak in tongues when the Holy Spirit came upon them. Acts 2:4 states, “And they were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and began to speak with other tongues, as the Spirit gave them utterance.”
Answer 6: E. To worship at the temple
According to Acts 2:5, there were devout Jews from every nation under heaven in Jerusalem at that time. They were there for religious reasons, likely to worship at the temple during the festival of Pentecost.
Answer 7: A. They were confused
In Acts 2:6, the people were confused when they heard the apostles speaking in tongues: “Now when this was noised abroad, the multitude came together, and were confounded, because that every man heard them speak in his own language.”
Answer 8: D. 15
There are 15 different nations listed in Acts 2:9-11 as being present in Jerusalem during this event: “Parthians, and Medes, and Elamites, and the dwellers in Mesopotamia, and in Judaea, and Cappadocia, in Pontus, and Asia, Phrygia, and Pamphylia, in Egypt, and in the parts of Libya about Cyrene, and strangers of Rome, Jews and proselytes, Cretes and Arabians…”
Answer 9: D. They were amazed and in doubt
Acts 2:12 says that the people were amazed and in doubt when they heard the apostles speaking in tongues: “And they were all amazed, and were in doubt, saying one to another, What meaneth this?”
Answer 10: A. Peter
In Acts 2:14, Peter stood up to address the crowd: “But Peter, standing up with the eleven, lifted up his voice, and said unto them, Ye men of Judaea, and all ye that dwell at Jerusalem, be this known unto you, and hearken to my words.”
Questions 11 to 20
Question 11: In Acts 2:15, what time of the day does Peter say it is when he defends the apostles against accusations of drunkenness?
A. Early morning
B. Noon
C. Mid-afternoon
D. Evening
E. Midnight
Question 12: In Acts 2:16-21, Peter quotes which Old Testament prophet to explain the events taking place?
A. Isaiah
B. Jeremiah
C. Ezekiel
D. Daniel
E. Joel
Question 13: According to Acts 2:17, upon whom will God pour out His Spirit in the last days?
A. Kings and rulers
B. Priests and Levites
C. All flesh
D. The apostles only
E. The people of Israel
Question 14: In Acts 2:19, which celestial phenomena are mentioned as signs of the last days?
A. Earthquakes and floods
B. Solar and lunar eclipses
C. Falling stars and meteor showers
D. Wonders in heaven above and signs in the earth beneath
E. The sun turning black and the moon turning red
Question 15: In Acts 2:21, what must a person do to be saved?
A. Offer sacrifices in the temple
B. Obey the Law of Moses
C. Follow the teachings of the Pharisees
D. Call upon the name of the Lord
E. Perform miracles and healings
Question 16: In Acts 2:22, Peter describes Jesus as a man approved of God by what?
A. His lineage from King David
B. His wisdom and knowledge of the Scriptures
C. Miracles, wonders, and signs
D. His obedience to the Law of Moses
E. His teachings on love and forgiveness
Question 17: According to Acts 2:23, who was responsible for Jesus’ crucifixion?
A. The Jews
B. The Romans
C. The Pharisees
D. Wicked men
E. Satan
Question 18: In Acts 2:24, what did God do to Jesus after He was crucified?
A. Sent angels to comfort Him
B. Raised Him from the dead
C. Took Him directly to heaven
D. Appeared to Him in a vision
E. Punished His enemies
Question 19: Which Old Testament figure does Peter reference in Acts 2:25-28 to support the resurrection of Jesus?
A. Abraham
B. Isaac
C. Jacob
D. Moses
E. David
Question 20: In Acts 2:29, Peter refers to which biblical figure as being both a patriarch and a prophet?
A. Abraham
B. Isaac
C. Jacob
D. Moses
E. David
Answers to Questions 11 to 20
Answer 11: A. Early morning
Peter says it is early morning in Acts 2:15: “For these are not drunken, as ye suppose, seeing it is but the third hour of the day.”
Answer 12: E. Joel
In Acts 2:16-21, Peter quotes the prophet Joel to explain the events: “But this is that which was spoken by the prophet Joel…”
Answer 13: C. All flesh
Acts 2:17 states that God will pour out His Spirit upon all flesh in the last days: “And it shall come to pass in the last days, saith God, I will pour out of my Spirit upon all flesh…”
Answer 14: D. Wonders in heaven above and signs in the earth beneath.
Acts 2:19 mentions wonders in heaven above and signs in the earth beneath as signs of the last days: “And I will show wonders in heaven above, and signs in the earth beneath…”
Answer 15: D. Call upon the name of the Lord.
In Acts 2:21, a person must call upon the name of the Lord to be saved: “And it shall come to pass, that whosoever shall call on the name of the Lord shall be saved.”
Answer 16: C. Miracles, wonders, and signs.
Peter describes Jesus as approved of God by miracles, wonders, and signs in Acts 2:22: “Jesus of Nazareth, a man approved of God among you by miracles and wonders and signs…”
Answer 17: D. Wicked men
Acts 2:23 attributes Jesus’ crucifixion to wicked men: “Him, being delivered by the determinate counsel and foreknowledge of God, ye have taken, and by wicked hands have crucified and slain.”
Answer 18: B. Raised Him from the dead
In Acts 2:24, God raised Jesus from the dead: “Whom God hath raised up, having loosed the pains of death…”
Answer 19: E. David
Peter references David in Acts 2:25-28 to support the resurrection of Jesus: “For David speaketh concerning him…”
Answer 20: E. David
In Acts 2:29, Peter refers to David as both a patriarch and a prophet: “Men and brethren, let me freely speak unto you of the patriarch David, that he is both dead and buried…”
Questions 21 to 30
Question 21: According to Acts 2:30, what did David prophesy concerning the Messiah?
A. He would be a great warrior
B. He would establish an eternal kingdom
C. He would be a priest after the order of Melchizedek
D. One of his descendants would sit on his throne
E. He would be betrayed by a close friend
Question 22: In Acts 2:31, what did David foresee concerning the resurrection of Christ?
A. The empty tomb
B. The ascension into heaven
C. The resurrection of the dead
D. The Holy Spirit descending on the apostles
E. That Christ’s soul was not left in hell, neither his flesh did see corruption
Question 23: What does Acts 2:32 say about Jesus after His resurrection?
A. He appeared to many witnesses
B. He ascended to the right hand of God
C. He sent the Holy Spirit to the apostles
D. He gave the apostles power to heal the sick
E. He commanded the apostles to spread the gospel
Question 24: In Acts 2:33, what did Jesus receive from the Father after His ascension?
A. A crown of glory
B. A kingdom on earth
C. The promise of the Holy Ghost
D. A new name
E. A multitude of angels
Question 25: In Acts 2:34-35, Peter quotes a Psalm that says the Lord told the Messiah to sit at His right hand until when?
A. The end of the world
B. The return of the Messiah
C. His enemies are made His footstool
D. The resurrection of the dead
E. The final judgment
Question 26: What does Peter declare in Acts 2:36 about Jesus?
A. He is the promised Messiah
B. He is the Son of God
C. He is the King of the Jews
D. He is both Lord and Christ
E. He is the fulfillment of the Law and the Prophets
Question 27: In Acts 2:37, how do the people respond when they hear Peter’s message?
A. They are angry and want to stone Peter
B. They are doubtful and ask for more proof
C. They are indifferent and walk away
D. They are pricked in their heart and ask what to do
E. They immediately believe and are baptized
Question 28: In Acts 2:38, what does Peter instruct the people to do for the remission of sins?
A. Offer sacrifices in the temple
B. Obey the Law of Moses
C. Repent and be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ
D. Pray and fast for 40 days
E. Sell all their possessions and give to the poor
Question 29: According to Acts 2:39, to whom is the promise of the Holy Spirit given?
A. The apostles only
B. The people of Israel
C. The Jews and the Gentiles
D. Those who are far off, as many as the Lord our God shall call
E. Those who have faith in Jesus Christ
Question 30: In Acts 2:40, what does Peter warn the people to save themselves from?
A. The wrath of God
B. The destruction of Jerusalem
C. The snares of the devil
D. The judgment of the wicked
E. This untoward generation
Answers to Questions 21 to 30
Answer 21: D. One of his descendants would sit on his throne
Acts 2:30 mentions David’s prophecy about the Messiah: “Therefore being a prophet, and knowing that God had sworn with an oath to him, that of the fruit of his loins, according to the flesh, he would raise up Christ to sit on his throne.”
Answer 22: E. That Christ’s soul was not left in hell, neither his flesh did see corruption
Acts 2:31 states David’s foresight of Christ’s resurrection: “He seeing this before spake of the resurrection of Christ, that his soul was not left in hell, neither his flesh did see corruption.”
Answer 23: A. He appeared to many witnesses
Acts 2:32 talks about Jesus’ post-resurrection appearances: “This Jesus hath God raised up, whereof we all are witnesses.”
Answer 24: C. The promise of the Holy Ghost
Acts 2:33 mentions that Jesus received the promise of the Holy Ghost from the Father: “Therefore being by the right hand of God exalted, and having received of the Father the promise of the Holy Ghost, he hath shed forth this, which ye now see and hear.”
Answer 25: C. His enemies are made His footstool
Acts 2:34-35 quotes a Psalm: “For David is not ascended into the heavens: but he saith himself, The LORD said unto my Lord, Sit thou on my right hand, Until I make thy foes thy footstool.”
Answer 26: D. He is both Lord and Christ
Peter declares in Acts 2:36: “Therefore let all the house of Israel know assuredly, that God hath made that same Jesus, whom ye have crucified, both Lord and Christ.”
Answer 27: D. They are pricked in their heart and ask what to do
Acts 2:37 states the people’s response: “Now when they heard this, they were pricked in their heart, and said unto Peter and to the rest of the apostles, Men and brethren, what shall we do?”
Answer 28: C. Repent and be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ
Peter instructs in Acts 2:38: “Then Peter said unto them, Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost.”
Answer 29: D. Those who are far off, as many as the Lord our God shall call
Acts 2:39 mentions the recipients of the Holy Spirit’s promise: “For the promise is unto you, and to your children, and to all that are afar off, even as many as the Lord our God shall call.”
Answer 30: E. This untoward generation
In Acts 2:40, Peter warns the people: “And with many other words did he testify and exhort, saying, Save yourselves from this untoward generation.”
Questions 31 to 40
Question 31: According to Acts 2:41, how many people were baptized after hearing Peter’s message?
A. About 100
B. About 1,000
C. About 3,000
D. About 5,000
E. About 10,000
Question 32: In Acts 2:42, which activities did the early believers continue steadfastly in?
A. Apostles’ doctrine, fellowship, breaking of bread, and prayers
B. Attending the temple, fasting, and giving alms
C. Studying the Law and the Prophets
D. Preaching and teaching in synagogues
E. Performing miracles and healing the sick
Question 33: According to Acts 2:43, what came upon every soul after the believers continued steadfastly in the apostles’ doctrine and fellowship?
A. Joy and gladness
B. Fear and trembling
C. Boldness and confidence
D. Peace and unity
E. Fear and wonder
Question 34: What did the early believers do with their possessions, as mentioned in Acts 2:44-45?
A. Sold them and gave to the poor
B. Stored them for future needs
C. Shared them with fellow believers
D. Invested them in profitable ventures
E. Offered them as tithes and offerings
Question 35: In Acts 2:46, where did the early believers continue daily with one accord?
A. In their homes
B. In the marketplace
C. In the synagogue
D. In the temple
E. In the countryside
Question 36: What did the early believers do when they broke bread from house to house, as described in Acts 2:46?
A. Ate their meat with gladness
B. Prayed for one another
C. Discussed the Scriptures
D. Witnessed to unbelievers
E. Shared their testimonies
Question 37: According to Acts 2:47, what attitude did the early believers have in their daily interactions?
A. Fear and trembling
B. Boldness and confidence
C. Sincerity and humility
D. Singleness of heart
E. Diligence and perseverance
Question 38: In Acts 2:47, who added to the church daily those who were being saved?
A. The apostles
B. The believers
C. The Lord
D. The Holy Spirit
E. The local authorities
Question 39: What is the primary theme of Acts chapter 2?
A. The crucifixion of Jesus
B. The conversion of Saul
C. The teachings of Jesus
D. The coming of the Holy Spirit and the beginning of the Church
E. The missionary journeys of Paul
Question 40: In Acts chapter 2, what language does Peter use to address the crowd during his sermon?
A. Hebrew
B. Aramaic
C. Greek
D. Latin
E. The text does not specify
Answers to Questions 31 to 40:
Answer 31: C. About 3,000
Acts 2:41 states that about 3,000 people were baptized: “Then they that gladly received his word were baptized: and the same day there were added unto them about three thousand souls.”
Answer 32: A. Apostles’ doctrine, fellowship, breaking of bread, and prayers
Acts 2:42 lists these activities: “And they continued stedfastly in the apostles’ doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers.”
Answer 33: E. Fear and wonder
Acts 2:43 mentions fear and wonder: “And fear came upon every soul: and many wonders and signs were done by the apostles.”
Answer 34: A. Sold them and gave to the poor
Acts 2:44-45 describes this action: “And all that believed were together, and had all things common; And sold their possessions and goods, and parted them to all men, as every man had need.”
Answer 35: D. In the temple
Acts 2:46 states that they met in the temple: “And they, continuing daily with one accord in the temple…”
Answer 36: A. Ate their meat with gladness
Acts 2:46 describes this activity: “…and breaking bread from house to house, did eat their meat with gladness and singleness of heart.”
Answer 37: D. Singleness of heart
Acts 2:47 mentions their attitude: “Praising God, and having favour with all the people. And the Lord added to the church daily such as should be saved.”
Answer 38: C. The Lord
In Acts 2:47, it’s the Lord who adds to the church: “And the Lord added to the church daily such as should be saved.”
Answer 39: D. The coming of the Holy Spirit and the beginning of the Church
Acts chapter 2 primarily focuses on the coming of the Holy Spirit and the beginning of the Church.
Answer 40: E. The text does not specify
The text in Acts chapter 2 does not specify the language Peter used to address the crowd during his sermon.
Questions 41 to 50
Question 41: In Acts 2:1, what does the phrase “when the day of Pentecost was fully come” suggest about the timeline of events?
A. The day was just beginning
B. The day was at its midpoint
C. The day was almost over
D. The festival had arrived in its complete form
E. The day was exactly 50 days after Passover
Question 42: What is the significance of the “sound from heaven as of a rushing mighty wind” in Acts 2:2?
A. It symbolizes God’s presence
B. It represents the power of the Holy Spirit
C. It foreshadows the spread of the gospel
D. It indicates judgment
E. It signifies the fulfillment of prophecy
Question 43: In Acts 2:3, the “cloven tongues like as of fire” that appeared on the disciples symbolize what?
A. The judgment of God
B. The purifying power of the Holy Spirit
C. The light of the gospel
D. The presence of angels
E. The destruction of evil
Question 44: Based on Acts 2:5-11, what can be inferred about the purpose of the disciples speaking in other tongues?
A. To impress the crowd with their linguistic abilities
B. To communicate the gospel to people from different regions
C. To demonstrate their authority as apostles
D. To provoke curiosity and confusion among the onlookers
E. To fulfill Old Testament prophecies
Question 45: In Acts 2:14, Peter’s decision to “stand up with the eleven” and address the crowd signifies what?
A. His leadership role among the apostles
B. The unity of the apostles
C. His courage and boldness
D. His desire to clarify the situation
E. All of the above
Question 46: What lesson can be learned from the crowd’s initial reaction to the disciples speaking in tongues, as described in Acts 2:13?
A. People are quick to mock what they don’t understand
B. The importance of being patient when faced with skepticism
C. The power of the Holy Spirit to overcome doubt and disbelief
D. The necessity of providing explanations for supernatural occurrences
E. All of the above
Question 47: In Acts 2:21, the quote from the prophet Joel, “whosoever shall call on the name of the Lord shall be saved,” emphasizes which key aspect of the gospel message?
A. The exclusivity of salvation through Jesus Christ
B. The necessity of repentance and baptism
C. The universality of the offer of salvation
D. The role of faith in the salvation process
E. The importance of prayer
Question 48: What is the significance of Peter quoting Psalm 110:1 in Acts 2:34-35?
A. It establishes Jesus’ identity as the Messiah
B. It emphasizes Jesus’ superiority to King David
C. It highlights the prophetic nature of the Old Testament
D. It proves the divine origin of Jesus’ teachings
E. It emphasizes the necessity of submission to Jesus’ authority
Question 49: What lesson can be drawn from the early believers’ commitment to “breaking of bread” and “prayers” in Acts 2:42?
A. The importance of religious rituals and traditions
B. The necessity of maintaining a strong sense of community
C. The centrality of worship and devotion in the life of a believer
D. The connection between physical and spiritual nourishment
E. The value of consistent spiritual practices
Question 50: Based on Acts 2:44-45, what lesson can be learned from the early believers’ willingness to sell their possessions and distribute the proceeds to those in need?
A. The importance of material wealth in spiritual growth
B. The value of self-sacrifice and generosity in building a strong Christian community
C. The necessity of embracing poverty as a sign of spiritual maturity
D. The role of good works in securing salvation
E. The importance of prioritizing spiritual matters over earthly concerns
Answers to Questions 41 to 50:
Answer 41: D. The festival had arrived in its complete form
Acts 2:1 suggests that the day of Pentecost had fully arrived, marking the beginning of the festival.
Answer 42: B. It represents the power of the Holy Spirit
The sound of the rushing mighty wind in Acts 2:2 symbolizes the power of the Holy Spirit as it descended upon the disciples.
Answer 43: B. The purifying power of the Holy Spirit
The cloven tongues of fire in Acts 2:3 represent the purifying power of the Holy Spirit, which empowers the disciples for their ministry.
Answer 44: B. To communicate the gospel to people from different regions
Acts 2:5-11 suggests that the purpose of speaking in other tongues was to communicate the gospel to people from various regions, who spoke different languages.
Answer 45: E. All of the above
In Acts 2:14, Peter’s decision to stand up with the eleven signifies his leadership role, the unity of the apostles, his courage and boldness, and his desire to clarify the situation.
Answer 46: E. All of the above
Acts 2:13 demonstrates that people are quick to mock what they don’t understand, emphasizes the importance of patience, showcases the Holy Spirit’s power to overcome doubt, and highlights the necessity of providing explanations for supernatural occurrences.
Answer 47: C. The universality of the offer of salvation
The quote from Joel in Acts 2:21 emphasizes the universality of salvation, indicating that whoever calls on the name of the Lord shall be saved.
Answer 48: A. It establishes Jesus’ identity as the Messiah
Peter’s quoting of Psalm 110:1 in Acts 2:34-35 serves to establish Jesus’ identity as the Messiah and underscore his fulfillment of Old Testament prophecy.
Answer 49: E. The value of consistent spiritual practices
The early believers’ commitment to breaking of bread and prayers in Acts 2:42 highlights the importance of consistent spiritual practices in maintaining a strong and devoted Christian life.
Answer 50: B. The value of self-sacrifice and generosity in building a strong Christian community
The willingness of early believers to sell their possessions and distribute the proceeds to those in need in Acts 2:44-45 demonstrates the importance of self-sacrifice and generosity in fostering a strong and supportive Christian community.
With the completion of our Bible quiz on Acts chapter 2, we hope you’ve deepened your understanding of the chapter. We encourage you to revisit this powerful passage and continue to draw inspiration from it.
God’s grace!
