Study Guide for Luke Quiz/Test

Acts of the Apostles

The book believed to be written by the author of Luke.

Theophilus

A name that means 'lover of God'.

Annunciation

The time when Jesus is conceived within the womb of Mary.

Magnificat

The famous prayer of Mary during her visitation with Elizabeth.

Unique visitors to baby Jesus in Luke's Gospel

The Shepherds.

Stories between the birth and baptism of Jesus in Luke

The Story of the Presentation in the Temple and The Story of the boy Jesus in the Temple.

Zechariah's response to the angel

He questions the angel about his wife Elizabeth becoming pregnant in her old age.

Parable of the Good Samaritan significance

It teaches us not to ignore the suffering of others and not to judge someone by their religion, ethnicity, or race.

Parable of the Prodigal Son message

It illustrates radical mercy, a compassionate father, a repentant and humbled son, and an envious brother.

Role of Martha and Mary

Mary was at the feet of Jesus; Martha was worried about earthly duties.

'Father forgive them, they know not what they do' significance

This phrase is unique to the Gospel of Luke.

Disciples recognize Jesus on the road to Emmaus

They recognize him in the breaking of the Bread.

Feeding of the 5,000 in Luke

Yes, the feeding of the 5,000 is found in the Gospel of Luke.

Jesus' treatment of Zacchaeus in Lk 19

He has compassion on Zacchaeus and forgives him.

Jesus on the road to Emmaus

Yes, Jesus is part of the story.

Jesus appearing as a ghost after resurrection in Luke

No, he does not appear as a ghost.

Luke's information about the birth of Jesus

Yes, Luke has the most information about the birth of Jesus.

God's reaction when we turn back to him

Joy, rejoicing, and celebratory.

Consequences for the Rich man ignoring Lazarus

Yes, there are consequences.

Number of criminals crucified with Jesus in Luke

Yes, there were two criminals.