Bible Quiz – Psalm 12 True / False Questions
Psalm
12 is a powerful cry for help in a world where truth has faded, faithfulness is
rare, and words are often used to deceive rather than to heal. Written by
David, this short psalm sharply contrasts human speech filled with pride and
flattery with the pure, trustworthy words of the LORD.
This
Advanced / Tricky True–False Quiz is designed to move beyond surface reading.
It invites you to slow down, read carefully, and think deeply about what Psalm
12 says—and what it does not say. Some questions may challenge assumptions,
test attention to detail, and encourage thoughtful reflection on God’s
character, justice, and promises.
Instructions
Read each statement carefully before
answering.
Decide whether the statement is True or False
based only on Psalm 12 (KJV).
Pay close attention to:
Pronouns (e.g., them, his)
Timing words (e.g., now, for ever)
Imagery and metaphors
What is implied versus what is explicitly
stated
After answering, compare your response with
the given answer and the complete reference verse.
Use this quiz for personal study, group
discussion, or teaching moments.
Tip:
Keep your Bible open while attempting this quiz—it’s designed to reward close
reading.
Bible Quiz – Psalm 12 True / False Questions
1.
Psalm 12 opens with David crying to God because godly people have vanished.
Answer:
✅ True
Reference –
Psalm 12:1 (KJV):
Help,
LORD; for the godly man ceaseth; for the faithful fail from among the children
of men.
2.
According to Psalm 12, people speak truthfully to one another without deceit.
Answer:
❌ False
Reference –
Psalm 12:2 (KJV):
They
speak vanity every one with his neighbour: with flattering lips and with a
double heart do they speak.
3.
The psalmist prays that the Lord will bless flattering lips and proud tongues.
Answer:
❌ False
Reference –
Psalm 12:3 (KJV):
The
LORD shall cut off all flattering lips, and the tongue that speaketh proud
things:
4.
In Psalm 12, arrogant speakers claim that their tongue gives them power and
freedom.
Answer:
✅ True
Reference –
Psalm 12:4 (KJV):
Who
have said, With our tongue will we prevail; our lips are our own: who is lord
over us?
5.
God declares He will arise because of the oppression of the poor and the
sighing of the needy.
Answer:
✅ True
Reference –
Psalm 12:5 (KJV):
For
the oppression of the poor, for the sighing of the needy, now will I arise,
saith the LORD; I will set him in safety from him that puffeth at him.
6.
The words of the LORD are compared to impure silver mixed with dross.
Answer:
❌ False
Reference –
Psalm 12:6 (KJV):
The
words of the LORD are pure words: as silver tried in a furnace of earth,
purified seven times.
7.
Psalm 12 promises that God will preserve His people forever.
Answer:
✅ True
Reference –
Psalm 12:7 (KJV):
Thou
shalt keep them, O LORD, thou shalt preserve them from this generation for
ever.
8.
The psalm ends by stating that wickedness disappears when evil people are
exalted.
Answer:
❌ False
Reference –
Psalm 12:8 (KJV):
The
wicked walk on every side, when the vilest men are exalted.
9.
Psalm 12 presents a society where faithfulness is increasing among people.
Answer:
❌ False
Reference –
Psalm 12:1 (KJV):
Help,
LORD; for the godly man ceaseth; for the faithful fail from among the children
of men.
10.
The psalm condemns speech that is flattering but insincere.
Answer:
✅ True
Reference –
Psalm 12:2 (KJV):
They
speak vanity every one with his neighbour: with flattering lips and with a
double heart do they speak.
11.
God is portrayed as indifferent to the proud words spoken by men.
Answer:
❌ False
Reference –
Psalm 12:3 (KJV):
The
LORD shall cut off all flattering lips, and the tongue that speaketh proud
things:
12.
Those who speak proudly believe no authority exists above them.
Answer:
✅ True
Reference –
Psalm 12:4 (KJV):
Who
have said, With our tongue will we prevail; our lips are our own: who is lord
over us?
13.
God promises to arise only after the powerful are oppressed.
Answer:
❌ False
Reference –
Psalm 12:5 (KJV):
For
the oppression of the poor, for the sighing of the needy, now will I arise,
saith the LORD; I will set him in safety from him that puffeth at him.
14.
Psalm 12 teaches that God listens to the sighs of the needy.
Answer:
✅ True
Reference –
Psalm 12:5 (KJV):
For
the oppression of the poor, for the sighing of the needy, now will I arise,
saith the LORD; I will set him in safety from him that puffeth at him.
15.
The purity of God’s words is illustrated using refined silver.
Answer:
✅ True
Reference –
Psalm 12:6 (KJV):
The
words of the LORD are pure words: as silver tried in a furnace of earth,
purified seven times.
16.
According to Psalm 12, God’s words require improvement over time.
Answer:
❌ False
Reference –
Psalm 12:6 (KJV):
The
words of the LORD are pure words: as silver tried in a furnace of earth,
purified seven times.
17.
The psalm assures divine protection limited to one generation only.
Answer:
❌ False
Reference –
Psalm 12:7 (KJV):
Thou
shalt keep them, O LORD, thou shalt preserve them from this generation for
ever.
18.
Psalm 12 ends with a warning about a corrupt society led by vile men.
Answer:
✅ True
Reference –
Psalm 12:8 (KJV):
The
wicked walk on every side, when the vilest men are exalted.
Advanced
/ Tricky questions
1.
Psalm 12 suggests that God’s silence means He approves of human deceit.
Answer:
❌ False
Reference –
Psalm 12:1 (KJV):
Help,
LORD; for the godly man ceaseth; for the faithful fail from among the children
of men.
2.
The phrase “double heart” implies both emotional instability and deliberate
deceit.
Answer:
✅ True
Reference –
Psalm 12:2 (KJV):
They
speak vanity every one with his neighbour: with flattering lips and with a
double heart do they speak.
3.
Psalm 12 condemns flattering speech more strongly than physical violence.
Answer:
❌ False
(Tricky:
violence is not explicitly compared or ranked.)
Reference –
Psalm 12:3 (KJV):
The
LORD shall cut off all flattering lips, and the tongue that speaketh proud
things:
4.
The arrogant speakers in Psalm 12 believe language itself gives them
sovereignty.
Answer:
✅ True
Reference –
Psalm 12:4 (KJV):
Who
have said, With our tongue will we prevail; our lips are our own: who is lord
over us?
5.
God’s declaration “now will I arise” implies delayed justice rather than
immediate action.
Answer:
❌ False
(Tricky:
“now” indicates immediacy, not delay.)
Reference –
Psalm 12:5 (KJV):
For
the oppression of the poor, for the sighing of the needy, now will I arise,
saith the LORD; I will set him in safety from him that puffeth at him.
6.
The safety God promises in Psalm 12 is primarily spiritual rather than
political.
Answer:
✅ True
(Tricky:
no earthly kingdom or ruler is mentioned.)
Reference –
Psalm 12:5 (KJV):
I
will set him in safety from him that puffeth at him.
7.
The image of silver purified seven times suggests completeness and perfection.
Answer:
✅ True
Reference –
Psalm 12:6 (KJV):
The
words of the LORD are pure words: as silver tried in a furnace of earth,
purified seven times.
8.
Psalm 12 teaches that God’s words need repeated testing to become trustworthy.
Answer:
❌ False
(Tricky:
testing demonstrates purity; it does not create it.)
Reference –
Psalm 12:6 (KJV):
The
words of the LORD are pure words…
9.
The phrase “Thou shalt keep them” clearly refers only to God’s words.
Answer:
❌ False
(Tricky
pronoun question: “them” can refer to God’s people, not exclusively His words.)
Reference –
Psalm 12:7 (KJV):
Thou
shalt keep them, O LORD, thou shalt preserve them from this generation for
ever.
10.
Psalm 12 ends on a hopeful note declaring the disappearance of the wicked.
Answer:
❌ False
Reference –
Psalm 12:8 (KJV):
The
wicked walk on every side, when the vilest men are exalted.
11.
The final verse implies moral decay increases when corrupt leadership is
celebrated.
Answer:
✅ True
Reference –
Psalm 12:8 (KJV):
The
wicked walk on every side, when the vilest men are exalted.
12.
Psalm 12 presents a contrast between human speech and divine speech.
Answer:
✅ True
(Tricky:
must observe structure—vv. 2–4 vs. v. 6)
Reference –
Psalm 12:2–6 (KJV):
They
speak vanity…
The
words of the LORD are pure words…
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“The
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