This Bible quiz with questions and answers is about the life of Daniel. The most famous event in Daniel’s life, found in the Book of Daniel in the Old Testament, is probably ‘Daniel and the Lions’ Den’. But what else do you know about this faithful man of God?
‘Daniel and the Lions’ Den’ is a favourite Bible story to tell to children, but how much do you know about Daniel?
Daniel Bible Quiz Questions:
Here are 10 questions about his life. For the answers, please watch the video at the end.
- Why was Daniel in Babylon?
He was sent by God to give a message to the people there
He was taken captive by the Babylonians
He was a trading with them
2. In Babylon, Daniel was given food and drink by King Nebuchadnezzar, but it was ‘unclean’. What did he do?
He ate it because God had provided it.
He secretly took in his own food.
He spoke to the man in charge & asked not to be defiled, but to be fed just vegetables and water
3. What were Daniel’s God-given gifts?
Understanding of Literature
Great wisdom
The ability to interpret the meanings of visions and dreams
All of the above
4. When Nebuchadnezzar had his dream about the statue, what did he demand of his wise men?
To know the meaning of the dream, or face death.
To know the meaning of the dream, and get reward.
To know both the dream and its meaning. They would face death if they couldn’t but get a reward if they could.
5. Why were Daniel’s three friends thrown into King Nebuchadnezzar ’s fiery furnace?
They refused to worship the golden statue
They refused to eat the king’s food
They couldn’t interpret the king’s dream
6. How many kings made Daniel a government official? (bonus if you can name them)
1
2
3
4
7. When King Darius signed the document forbidding anyone to ‘ make petition to any god or man for thirty days or be thrown to the lions!’ what did Daniel do?
He prayed, as usual, with his windows open.
He prayed, but in secret
He stopped praying- just for 30 days
8. When King Darius found out Daniel had broken the rules and prayed to God, what did he do?
He was angry with Daniel and immediately threw him to the lions.
He tried to save him, but did cast him to the lions, and fasted all night.
He refused to cast him to the lions. One of his officials did it instead.
9. How did Daniel survive being thrown into the lions’ den?
God sent an angel, and shut the lions’ mouths
God sent an angel, and the doors flung open
God sent an angel, and killed the lions
10. Who described Daniel as a ‘man greatly loved’ in Daniel Chapter 10?
His parents
King Darius
A heavenly being
Did you know:
In Ezekiel Chapter 14, God uses Noah, Daniel and Job as examples of righteous men. Daniel was known for doing what God wanted, even under pressure.
Bonus Question:
Can you think of a time when you had to make a choice- follow God or else?!
What happened?
Following God can get you noticed. Sometimes it doesn’t make you popular, but it’s a great witness to others. Darius noticed that Daniel ‘served his God continually’.
Bonus Question:
When people think of you, do they think of your faith? Do they know where you stand?
When people think of you, do they think of your faith? Do they know you as a person who serves God continually?
Bible Quiz Answers:
Here are the answers (Plus Bible references)
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