Quiz

Match the person with the appropriate description.

Match the meaning of the Greek words found in Philemon 11-13. (These are anglicized transliterations, not the actual Greek words using the Greek alphabet.)

According to Dr. Kidd, what makes Philemon different from Paul’s other letters? Select the best answer.

What does it mean that some Roman slaves could be manumitted?

Which of the following best describes the spiritual condition of Onesimus?

What is the meaning of the Greek word from which the name Onesimus is derived?

Which of the following best explains why Paul wrote the letter to Philemon?

Where was Philemon probably from?

Which of the following statements best describes Philemon?

Which of the following are true statements regarding slaves in the Roman Empire during the first century? Mark each correct answer.

In Philemon 17-20, Paul asks Philemon to welcome Onesimus …____________.

In Philemon 17-20, Paul tells Philemon that if Onesimus has done him any wrong or owes him anything, …_____________.

What does tradition say about the later life of Onesimus?

In verses 4-7 of Philemon, Paul gives thanks for Philemon’s ________.

What phrase does Paul use to describe Philemon’s ministry to the Christians in Colosse?

Paul says that formerly Onesimus had been __________ to Philemon.

Which of the following statements describe Paul’s motives for not forcing Philemon to receive Onesimus, but asking him to do it willingly, according to Dr. Kidd? Mark each correct answer.

Which of the following statements best describes Paul’s interpretation of God’s possible reason for allowing the conflict between Onesimus and Philemon?

Which of the following are ways in which Christians should be accountable to one another, according to the teaching of Dr. Kidd in this lesson? Mark each correct answer.

Which of the following qualities of Christ is the most striking and notable, according to Dr. Kidd?

In Colossians 3:11-12, Paul tells us to clothe ourselves with ________.

Which of the following does Dr. Kidd mention in this lesson as ways of imitating Christ’s love in the church? Mark each correct answer.

How does Dr. Kidd explain the meaning of reconciliation? Select the best answer.

What two groups serve as an example of reconciliation, according to Ephesians 2:14-16?

In Colossians 3:13-15, Paul tells us that we were called to ________.

Onesimus had done nothing wrong to justify Philemon’s anger. There had only been a misunderstanding.

In the Roman Empire, if a slave ran away from his master, for whatever reason, he would be punished as a fugitive.

Paul had met Philemon on the first missionary journey when he visited Colosse.

Philemon had been the slave of Onesimus.

During the first century, one third of the people in the Roman Empire were slaves.

During the first century, some poor people voluntarily became slaves in order to have food and shelter.

During the first century some Christians voluntarily became slaves in order to escape persecution.

Philemon is the only letter of Paul that does not focus on teaching.

Paul taught that all masters should free their slaves.

In the past, many Christians defended slavery, but they never appealed to the Bible to support their view.

Paul instructed the church to tear down the institution of slavery.

During the first century in the Roman Empire slavery was often a very positive arrangement and many slaves were often treated like part of the family.

Historians clearly confirm the fact that Philemon responded positively to Paul’s petition regarding Onesimus.

As in all his letters, Paul appeals to his apostolic authority in Philemon.

Paul asks Philemon to free Onesimus of his duties as a slave.