Bible Quiz: Psalm 8 (MCQs)
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Today’s
quiz focuses on Psalm 8, a beautiful hymn of praise written by King David that
reflects on the majesty of God and the special role of humankind in His
creation. This psalm invites us to stand in awe of God’s glory revealed in the
heavens and to marvel at the honor He has bestowed upon us.
Whether
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looking to meditate on God’s Word in a deeper way, this quiz is designed for
all levels. It will test your knowledge while also helping you reflect on the
spiritual truths found in this short yet powerful psalm.
✅ Instructions:
This
quiz contains 24 multiple choice questions based on Psalm 8.
Each
question has four options (A–D). Only one is correct.
Try
answering before checking the correct answer listed below each question.
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Bible Quiz: Psalm 8 (MCQs)
1.
Who is the author of Psalm 8?
A.
David
B.
Moses
C.
Asaph
D.
Solomon
Answer: A.
David
2.
How does Psalm 8 begin and end?
A.
With a plea for help
B.
With a lament
C.
With a declaration of God's name being majestic
D.
With a commandment
Answer: C.
With a declaration of God's name being majestic
“O
LORD, our Lord, how majestic is your name in all the earth!” (Psalm 8:1,9)
3.
According to Psalm 8:2, from where has God ordained strength?
A.
From the angels
B.
From the prophets
C.
From the mouth of babes and infants
D.
From the priests
Answer: C.
From the mouth of babes and infants
4.
What has God set above the heavens, according to Psalm 8:1?
A.
His throne
B.
His glory
C.
His angels
D.
His wisdom
Answer: B.
His glory
5.
In Psalm 8:3, what does David consider when looking at the heavens?
A.
The stars and the planets
B.
The beauty of creation
C.
The work of God's fingers
D.
The mysteries of the sky
Answer: C.
The work of God's fingers
6.
What question does David ask in Psalm 8:4?
A.
Why do the nations rage?
B.
How can man know God?
C.
Who shall ascend into the hill of the Lord?
D.
What is man, that You are mindful of him?
Answer: D.
What is man, that You are mindful of him?
7.
What position has God given to man, according to Psalm 8:5?
A.
Equal to angels
B. A
little lower than the heavenly beings
C.
Above all creatures
D.
Like the stars in the sky
Answer: B.
A little lower than the heavenly beings (or “angels”)
8.
With what has God crowned man in Psalm 8:5?
A.
Wisdom and understanding
B.
Righteousness and truth
C.
Glory and honor
D.
Gold and silver
Answer: C.
Glory and honor
9.
What has God given man dominion over, according to Psalm 8:6-8?
A.
The nations
B.
The angels
C.
The works of His hands
D.
The law and prophets
Answer: C.
The works of His hands
10.
Which of the following is not listed among the creatures under man’s dominion
in Psalm 8?
A.
Sheep and oxen
B.
Birds of the air
C.
Fish of the sea
D.
Lions of the forest
Answer: D.
Lions of the forest
11.
According to Psalm 8:8, what do the fish of the sea do?
A.
Leap for joy
B.
Stay hidden in the deep
C.
Swim the paths of the seas
D.
Feed the multitudes
Answer: C.
Swim the paths of the seas
12.
What theme best summarizes Psalm 8?
A.
God’s judgment
B.
The cry of the oppressed
C.
God’s majesty and man’s dignity
D.
The history of Israel
Answer: C.
God’s majesty and man’s dignity
13.
What poetic device is used in the repeated line: “O LORD, our Lord, how
majestic is your name in all the earth!”?
A.
Simile
B.
Irony
C.
Parallelism
D.
Inclusio (bookending or framing)
Answer: D.
Inclusio (bookending or framing)
14.
In the phrase “You have established strength because of Your enemies,” what is
the purpose of this strength? (Psalm 8:2)
A.
To bring peace among the nations
B.
To silence the enemy and the avenger
C.
To protect Israel from harm
D.
To proclaim God’s laws
Answer: B.
To silence the enemy and the avenger
15.
What expression of humility is seen in David’s words about man?
A.
Man is like a tree planted by rivers
B.
Man is a worm and no man
C.
What is man, that You are mindful of him?
D.
The heart of man is deceitful above all things
Answer: C.
What is man, that You are mindful of him?
16.
The phrase “a little lower than the heavenly beings” has been variously
translated. What is the Hebrew word used here?
A.
Elohim
B.
Adonai
C.
Ruach
D.
Shekinah
Answer: A.
Elohim
17.
Psalm 8 highlights God's creative power through which elements?
A.
Prophetic visions and miracles
B.
Law and commandments
C.
Moon, stars, and heavens
D.
Mountains and temples
Answer: C.
Moon, stars, and heavens
18.
What attribute of God is emphasized in the opening and closing verses?
A.
Justice
B.
Wrath
C.
Majesty
D.
Mercy
Answer: C.
Majesty
19.
Psalm 8 is often considered a Messianic Psalm. Which New Testament book quotes
it in reference to Jesus?
A.
Matthew
B.
Acts
C.
Hebrews
D.
Revelation
Answer: C.
Hebrews
See
Hebrews 2:6–9, which quotes Psalm 8:4–6 in reference to Christ’s incarnation
and glorification.
20.
In Psalm 8, man is given dominion over which of the following?
A.
Spiritual beings
B.
The law and prophets
C.
All things under God’s creation
D.
Only the land of Israel
Answer: C.
All things under God’s creation
21.
What type of Psalm is Psalm 8 generally classified as?
A.
Lament
B.
Royal Psalm
C.
Wisdom Psalm
D.
Hymn of Praise
Answer: D.
Hymn of Praise
22.
Which of the following is a key contrast in Psalm 8?
A.
Heaven and earth
B.
Strength and weakness
C.
God’s majesty vs. man’s insignificance
D.
Life and death
Answer: C.
God’s majesty vs. man’s insignificance
23.
What does Psalm 8 suggest about the relationship between God and creation?
A.
God is distant and uninvolved
B.
God is present only through prophets
C.
God has crowned man with honor to manage His creation
D.
God gives creation complete autonomy
Answer: C.
God has crowned man with honor to manage His creation
24.
How does Psalm 8 contribute to the biblical understanding of human identity?
A.
As totally depraved and unworthy
B.
As rulers crowned with glory under God
C.
As slaves under divine law
D.
As spirits longing for heaven
Answer: B.
As rulers crowned with glory under God
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