Achan Bible Quiz
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What tribe was Achan from?
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1. What tribe was Achan from?
- A) Reuben
- B) Ephraim
- C) Judah (correct answer)
- D) Dan
Answer: Judah. Achan was a member of the tribe of Judah. Joshua 7
2. What city did Achan steal spoils from?
- A) Gibeon
- B) Ai
- C) Jericho (correct answer)
- D) Hebron
Answer: Jericho. Achan stole spoils from the city of Jericho. Joshua 6
3. What was the consequence of Achan's actions?
- A) He was rewarded
- B) He was forgiven
- C) He was stoned to death (correct answer)
- D) He was exiled
Answer: He was stoned to death. Achan was stoned to death for his disobedience. Joshua 7
4. What did Achan's actions cause for Israel?
- A) Defeat at Ai (correct answer)
- B) Prosperity
- C) Peace with enemies
- D) Victory at Ai
Answer: Defeat at Ai. Achan's actions led to Israel's defeat at the Battle of Ai. Joshua 7
5. What did Achan's family suffer as a result of his sin?
- A) They were honored
- B) They were spared
- C) They were punished (correct answer)
- D) They were rewarded
Answer: They were punished. Achan's family was punished along with him for his sin. Joshua 7
6. What was Achan's name often interpreted to mean?
- A) Bringer of peace
- B) Wise leader
- C) Troubler (correct answer)
- D) Brave warrior
Answer: Troubler. Achan's name is often interpreted to mean 'troubler'. Joshua 7
7. Who discovered Achan's disobedience?
- A) Joshua (correct answer)
- B) Aaron
- C) Caleb
- D) Moses
Answer: Joshua. Joshua discovered Achan's disobedience after seeking God's guidance. Joshua 7
8. What happened to Achan's possessions?
- A) They were burned (correct answer)
- B) They were given to the poor
- C) They were hidden
- D) They were returned
Answer: They were burned. Achan's possessions were burned after his punishment. Joshua 7
9. How did Achan's sin affect the Israelites' morale?
- A) Caused confusion
- B) Boosted their courage
- C) Brought them together
- D) Led to despair (correct answer)
Answer: Led to despair. Achan's sin led to despair among the Israelites after their defeat. Joshua 7
10. What was the initial outcome of the battle at Ai before Achan's sin was revealed?
- A) Stalemate
- B) Retreat
- C) Total victory
- D) Defeat (correct answer)
Answer: Defeat. The Israelites suffered defeat at Ai due to Achan's sin. Joshua 7