What is Matthew about?
A Gospel presenting Jesus’ teaching, deeds, death and resurrection with frequent links to Israel’s Scriptures.
This page brings together selected questions about Matthew, with context, references and links for further study. The aim is not to impose a doctrinal interpretation, but to help you recognise what appears in the text and verify each answer in its cited passage.
What this quiz helps you practise
Questions span different difficulty levels and may cover names, places, narrative sequences, teachings, references and connections within the book itself.
Sample questions and answers
Open each question to reveal the answer, explanation and biblical reference.
In which town was Jesus born?
Reference: Matthew 2:1; Luke 2:4–7
Jesus was born in Bethlehem during the reign of Herod.
Who baptised Jesus in the Jordan River?
Reference: Matthew 3:13–17
John the Baptist baptised Jesus, after which the Spirit descended like a dove.
Who betrayed Jesus for thirty pieces of silver?
Reference: Matthew 26:14–16
Judas Iscariot agreed to betray Jesus in exchange for thirty pieces of silver.
How to study Matthew
When studying Matthew, begin with the book’s structure and the immediate context of each passage. Place the material in Galilee and Judea and within the period described as life and ministry of jesus. Then compare recurring people, locations, speeches and events. The quiz uses short explanations and references so you can return to the text before accepting an answer.
Historical and geographical context
Period: Life and ministry of Jesus. Setting: Galilee and Judea. These labels provide broad orientation and do not replace close study of each passage.