- 1. Gideon is a figure of profound significance in biblical history, known primarily for his role as a judge of Israel during a tumultuous period characterized by the oppression of the Israelites by the Midianites. His story, found in the Book of Judges, embodies themes of faith, courage, and divine intervention. Gideon began his journey as a humble farmer, uncertain of his capabilities, yet chosen by God to lead his people to freedom. Demonstrating remarkable resourcefulness, he gathered an army to confront the Midianite forces, but under divine instruction, he significantly reduced his troops to only three hundred men to showcase that victory could only come through divine help, not sheer numbers. Gideon's strategic use of surprise and psychological warfare, utilizing torches and trumpets, enabled him to achieve a stunning victory against overwhelming odds. His narrative serves not only as an inspiring tale of leadership and bravery but also poses deeper questions about doubt and trust in divine providence, ultimately illustrating that even the most unlikely individuals can be called to fulfill great destinies.
Who was Gideon in the Bible?
A) A judge of Israel
B) A prophet
C) A priest
D) A king
- 2. What did Gideon use to test God’s sign?
A) A fleece
B) A bowl of water
C) A goat
D) A piece of cloth
- 3. How many men did Gideon originally gather to fight?
A) 50,000
B) 32,000
C) 10,000
D) 1,000
- 4. How many men did God ultimately choose to fight with Gideon?
A) 300
B) 1,500
C) 500
D) 1,000
- 5. What did Gideon's men carry into battle?
A) Swords and shields
B) Bows and arrows
C) Spears and flags
D) Trumpets and torches
- 6. What was the main enemy of Israel during Gideon's time?
A) The Midianites
B) The Moabites
C) The Philistines
D) The Ammonites
- 7. What was Gideon's father's name?
A) Joash
B) Gideon Sr.
C) Moses
D) Eli
- 8. How did Gideon’s army defeat the Midianites?
A) Through confusion and self-destruction
B) With a spy network
C) By direct combat
D) Through bribery
- 9. In which book of the Bible is Gideon's story primarily found?
A) Samuel
B) Exodus
C) Kings
D) Judges
- 10. What did Gideon call the place of his encounter with God?
A) The Lord is Peace
B) The altar of sacrifice
C) The House of God
D) The place of meeting
- 11. What did Gideon ask God for further assurance?
A) To send fire to consume a sacrifice
B) To make the fleece wet and dry
C) To heal a sick person
D) To send an army
- 12. What did the people want to do after Gideon's victory?
A) Exile him
B) Forget him
C) Make him king
D) Kill him
- 13. What did Gideon use to create an ephod?
A) Silver
B) Clay
C) Wood and stone
D) The gold from the spoils
- 14. What did Gideon ultimately do after his military success?
A) He went to war again
B) He led Israel for a time
C) He left Israel
D) He retired and lived quietly
- 15. In what year was Gideon v. Wainwright decided?
A) 1972
B) 1965
C) 1957
D) 1963
- 16. Which amendment was cited in the Gideon case?
A) Fourth Amendment
B) Sixth Amendment
C) Eighth Amendment
D) Fifth Amendment
- 17. Who was the petitioner in Gideon v. Wainwright?
A) Clarence Earl Gideon
B) Samuel Wainwright
C) John Marshall
D) Justice Hugo Black
- 18. Who delivered the opinion of the Court?
A) Justice Earl Warren
B) Justice Hugo Black
C) Justice Potter Stewart
D) Justice William Brennan
- 19. Gideon's case was a landmark decision for which group?
A) Victims
B) Indigent defendants
C) Prosecutors
D) Police officers
- 20. Which organization supported Gideon’s appeal?
A) The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU)
B) Legal Aid Society
C) The NAACP
D) Human Rights Campaign
- 21. The decision of Gideon v. Wainwright was based on which constitutional principle?
A) Freedom of Speech
B) Due Process
C) Equal Protection
D) Excessive Bail
- 22. Which state was Gideon convicted in?
A) California
B) New York
C) Florida
D) Texas
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