Old Testament Books

Numbers Practice Questions

40 free Numbers practice questions for the Bible, each with the correct answer and a detailed explanation. Open any question below, or take the full set as an interactive quiz.

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  1. Q1. What was the primary purpose of the census conducted in the opening chapters of the book of Numbers?
  2. Q2. Which tribe was not included in the general military census but was numbered separately for the service of the Tabernacle?
  3. Q3. Which specific family of the Levites was responsible for carrying the 'most holy things,' such as the Ark and the Altar, on their shoulders?
  4. Q4. What were the three specific requirements for someone taking a Nazirite vow?
  5. Q5. In Numbers 10, what instruments did God command Moses to make for summoning the congregation and for breaking camp?
  6. Q6. Why did Miriam and Aaron speak against Moses at Hazeroth, leading to Miriam being struck with leprosy?
  7. Q7. How many spies were sent to scout the land of Canaan, and for how many days did they scout?
  8. Q8. Which two spies brought back a favorable report, insisting that Israel could conquer the land with God's help?
  9. Q9. What was the punishment for the Israelites' refusal to enter the Promised Land after the spies' report?
  10. Q10. What happened to the ground during the rebellion of Korah, Dathan, and Abiram?
  11. Q11. Which object was placed in front of the Testimony to stop the grumbling of the Israelites and confirm God's choice of priest?
  12. Q12. What was the sin of Moses at Meribah that prevented him from leading Israel into the Promised Land?
  13. Q13. In Numbers 21, what did Moses craft to heal those bitten by fiery serpents?
  14. Q14. Who was the king of Moab who hired Balaam to curse the Israelites?
  15. Q15. What unusual event occurred to Balaam on his way to see the King of Moab?
  16. Q16. What was the result each time Balaam attempted to curse Israel?
  17. Q17. Which two and a half tribes requested to settle on the east side of the Jordan River rather than in Canaan?
  18. Q18. How many 'Cities of Refuge' were the Israelites commanded to establish for those who committed accidental manslaughter?
  19. Q19. The daughters of Zelophehad are notable in Numbers 27 and 36 for what reason?
  20. Q20. Who was formally commissioned as the successor to Moses in Numbers 27?
  21. Q21. At the beginning of the book of Numbers, who was counted in the census for military service?
  22. Q22. Which tribe camped directly in front of the Tabernacle on the east side?
  23. Q23. What was the duty of the Levites in the book of Numbers?
  24. Q24. What offering was required for a person who broke a Nazirite vow?
  25. Q25. What was the name of the place where the Israelites complained about hardship and God sent fire among them?
  26. Q26. What food did the Israelites complain about despite God's provision of manna?
  27. Q27. Who were the seventy elders appointed to help Moses lead the people?
  28. Q28. What disease struck Miriam after she spoke against Moses?
  29. Q29. What was the name of the location from which the twelve spies were sent into Canaan?
  30. Q30. What fruit did the spies bring back from Canaan as evidence of its richness?
  31. Q31. What punishment did God declare for the generation that refused to enter Canaan?
  32. Q32. Who attempted to lead a rebellion challenging Moses' authority along with Korah?
  33. Q33. What happened to the 250 men who offered unauthorized incense during Korah's rebellion?
  34. Q34. What was Aaron commanded to do to stop the plague among the Israelites after Korah's rebellion?
  35. Q35. Which river did the Israelites approach as they neared the Promised Land?
  36. Q36. What was the purpose of the silver trumpets mentioned in Numbers?
  37. Q37. What did God send to punish the Israelites when they spoke against Him and Moses in Numbers 21?
  38. Q38. Who was the Amorite king of Heshbon defeated by Israel in Numbers 21?
  39. Q39. What was the name of the region where the Israelites camped before entering Canaan?
  40. Q40. What role did Eleazar have in the book of Numbers?