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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1: Chapters 1-4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Heschel says God hates sin but is also what?
(a) Vengeful.
(b) Judgmental.
(c) Intolerant of injustice.
(d) Forgiving.

2. Before Amos was called by God what was his job?
(a) Shepherd.
(b) Carpet maker.
(c) Judge.
(d) Carpenter.

3. What social ill did Hosea primarily speak out against?
(a) Gluttony.
(b) Infidelity.
(c) Idolatry.
(d) Sin in general.

4. What people did Amos, Hosea, and Isaiah try to save?
(a) The people of the Western Kingdom.
(b) The people of the Eastern Kingdom.
(c) The people of the Southern Kingdom.
(d) The people of the Northern Kingdom.

5. According to Heschel, in what way did Hosea differ from Amos?
(a) In his love for the people.
(b) In his preaching.
(c) In the way he lived.
(d) In his love for God.

Short Answer Questions

1. What Bible does Heschel use as the source for scripture passages?

2. Prophets were hypersensitive to what?

3. What was another name for Hosea?

4. The author describes what era in the Old Testament?

5. What country did Israel ask for help and protection from Assyria during the time of Isaiah?

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