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Ruth Practice Questions

20 free Ruth 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. In which town did Naomi originally live before moving to Moab?
  2. Q2. Why did Naomi and her family move to the land of Moab?
  3. Q3. What was the name of Naomi’s husband who died in Moab?
  4. Q4. What were the names of Naomi’s two sons?
  5. Q5. Which daughter-in-law chose to remain with Naomi and return to Bethlehem?
  6. Q6. Which daughter-in-law returned to her own people instead of going with Naomi?
  7. Q7. What famous statement did Ruth make to Naomi expressing loyalty?
  8. Q8. Where did Ruth go to gather leftover grain to support herself and Naomi?
  9. Q9. In whose field did Ruth happen to glean grain?
  10. Q10. What was Boaz’s relationship to Naomi’s family?
  11. Q11. In ancient Israelite custom, what title was given to the close relative obliged to restore a family's property and continue its line?
  12. Q12. What harvest season was taking place when Ruth first began gleaning?
  13. Q13. How did Boaz treat Ruth when he learned about her loyalty to Naomi?
  14. Q14. What advice did Naomi give Ruth about approaching Boaz at the threshing floor?
  15. Q15. Where did Ruth approach Boaz at night following Naomi’s instructions?
  16. Q16. Why did Boaz initially hesitate to marry Ruth?
  17. Q17. Where did Boaz settle the legal matter of redemption?
  18. Q18. What symbolic object was exchanged to confirm the legal agreement in the story?
  19. Q19. What was the name of the son born to Ruth and Boaz?
  20. Q20. Why is the Book of Ruth significant in the biblical genealogy?