Bible Quiz – Psalm 71 (Multiple Choice Questions) with Answers and the Complete Reference Verse.

 

Bible Quiz – Psalm 71 (Multiple Choice Questions) with Answers and the Complete Reference Verse. 

Psalm 71 is a heartfelt prayer of trust, especially in old age. It reflects a lifelong dependence on God, a plea for continued protection, and a commitment to proclaim His righteousness. This quiz will help you explore the depth of this beautiful psalm while testing your understanding of its key themes and verses.

 

Instructions

Each question has four options. Choose the correct one.

Try to answer without looking at your Bible first.

Answers with full reference verses are provided after the quiz.

Take your time and reflect on the meaning behind each question.

 

Quiz Section

 

1. In Psalm 71:1, what does the psalmist ask God not to let happen?

A. Let me be defeated

B. Let me be put to shame

C. Let me be forgotten

D. Let me be punished

 

2. What does the psalmist call God in verse 3?

A. My warrior

B. My fortress and refuge

C. My shepherd

D. My king

 

3. From what age has the psalmist relied on God?

A. Youth

B. Childhood

C. Birth

D. Old age

 

4. In verse 5, God is described as the psalmist’s hope from when?

A. Early adulthood

B. Youth

C. Birth

D. Old age

 

5. What does the psalmist say God has taught him from his youth?

A. Wisdom

B. Courage

C. Righteousness

D. Justice

 

6. In verse 9, what plea does the psalmist make regarding old age?

A. Do not forget me

B. Do not cast me off

C. Do not test me

D. Do not rebuke me

 

7. What do the enemies say about the psalmist in verse 11?

A. He is weak

B. God has abandoned him

C. He is sinful

D. He is proud

 

8. What does the psalmist promise to do continually in verse 14?

A. Worship in the temple

B. Praise God more and more

C. Fast and pray

D. Serve the poor

 

9. What does the psalmist declare he will speak of all day long?

A. God’s mercy

B. God’s creation

C. God’s righteousness and salvation

D. God’s commandments

 

10. In verse 17, what has God done since the psalmist’s youth?

A. Protected him

B. Blessed him

C. Taught him

D. Tested him

 

11. What does the psalmist ask God to do even in old age?

A. Give him strength

B. Not forsake him

C. Increase his wealth

D. Heal his sickness

 

12. What does the psalmist say his tongue will talk about all day long (verse 24)?

A. God’s justice

B. God’s love

C. God’s righteousness

D. God’s power

 

Answers with Complete Reference Verses

 

1. B. Let me be put to shame

Psalm 71:1 – “In you, Lord, I have taken refuge; let me never be put to shame.”

 

2. B. My fortress and refuge

Psalm 71:3 – “Be my rock of refuge, to which I can always go; give the command to save me, for you are my rock and my fortress.”

 

3. C. Birth

Psalm 71:6 – “From birth I have relied on you; you brought me forth from my mother’s womb. I will ever praise you.”

 

4. B. Youth

Psalm 71:5 – “For you have been my hope, Sovereign Lord, my confidence since my youth.”

 

5. C. Righteousness

Psalm 71:17 – “Since my youth, God, you have taught me, and to this day I declare your marvelous deeds.”

 

6. B. Do not cast me off

Psalm 71:9 – “Do not cast me away when I am old; do not forsake me when my strength is gone.”

 

7. B. God has abandoned him

Psalm 71:11 – “They say, ‘God has forsaken him; pursue him and seize him, for no one will rescue him.’”

 

8. B. Praise God more and more

Psalm 71:14 – “As for me, I will always have hope; I will praise you more and more.”

 

9. C. God’s righteousness and salvation

Psalm 71:15 – “My mouth will tell of your righteous deeds, of your saving acts all day long—though I know not how to relate them all.”

 

10. C. Taught him

Psalm 71:17 – “Since my youth, God, you have taught me, and to this day I declare your marvelous deeds.”

 

11. B. Not forsake him

Psalm 71:18 – “Even when I am old and gray, do not forsake me, my God, till I declare your power to the next generation, your mighty acts to all who are to come.”

 

12. C. God’s righteousness

Psalm 71:24 – “My tongue will tell of your righteous acts all day long, for those who wanted to harm me have been put to shame and confusion.”

 

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Bible Quiz – Psalm 71 (Harder Round)

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) with Answers & Complete Reference Verses

 

Ready to go deeper into Psalm 71? This harder round challenges your attention to detail and understanding of the psalm’s deeper expressions of faith, perseverance, and testimony. Focus closely on the wording and meaning—you’ll need both!

 

Instructions

Each question has four options. Choose the most accurate one.

Some questions test precise wording—read carefully.

Avoid guessing—try recalling the verse context.

Answers with full reference verses are provided after the quiz.

 

Quiz Section

 

1. In Psalm 71:2, what does the psalmist ask God to do “in your righteousness”?

A. Judge me and vindicate me

B. Rescue me and deliver me

C. Strengthen me and guide me

D. Forgive me and restore me

 

2. What specific image is used for God in verse 3 besides “rock”?

A. Shield

B. Strong tower

C. Fortress

D. Refuge wall

 

3. In verse 4, the psalmist asks to be delivered from whom?

A. The wicked and violent

B. The proud and arrogant

C. The enemy and oppressor

D. The deceitful and unjust

 

4. What phrase describes how the psalmist appears to many in verse 7?

A. A symbol of strength

B. A sign of defeat

C. A portent

D. A testimony

 

5. In verse 8, what is the psalmist’s mouth filled with all day?

A. Praise and thanksgiving

B. Praise and your glory

C. Your word and truth

D. Songs of deliverance

 

6. According to verse 10, who speak against the psalmist?

A. His enemies

B. His accusers

C. His adversaries

D. His foes

 

7. What do those who wait to kill the psalmist do together?

A. Plot secretly

B. Conspire together

C. Gather in the night

D. Plan evil schemes

 

8. In verse 13, what does the psalmist wish for his accusers?

A. That they be forgiven

B. That they be defeated and perish

C. That they repent

D. That they be silenced

 

9. In verse 16, whose righteous acts does the psalmist say he will proclaim?

A. God’s alone

B. The Lord’s mighty deeds

C. The works of the righteous

D. The deeds of the faithful

 

10. What does the psalmist say about God’s righteousness in verse 19?

A. It reaches to the heavens

B. It is everlasting

C. It is beyond understanding

D. It fills the earth

 

11. In verse 20, what does the psalmist acknowledge God has done?

A. Given him victory

B. Shown him troubles, many and bitter

C. Tested his faith

D. Strengthened his heart

 

Answers with Complete Reference Verses

 

1. B. Rescue me and deliver me

Psalm 71:2 – “In your righteousness, rescue me and deliver me; turn your ear to me and save me.”

 

2. C. Fortress

Psalm 71:3 – “Be my rock of refuge, to which I can always go; give the command to save me, for you are my rock and my fortress.”

 

3. D. The deceitful and unjust

Psalm 71:4 – “Deliver me, my God, from the hand of the wicked, from the grasp of those who are evil and cruel.”

 

4. C. A portent

Psalm 71:7 – “I have become a sign to many; you are my strong refuge.”

 

5. B. Praise and your glory

Psalm 71:8 – “My mouth is filled with your praise, declaring your splendor all day long.”

 

6. A. His enemies

Psalm 71:10 – “For my enemies speak against me; those who wait to kill me conspire together.”

 

7. B. Conspire together

Psalm 71:10 – “For my enemies speak against me; those who wait to kill me conspire together.”

 

8. B. That they be defeated and perish

Psalm 71:13 – “May my accusers perish in shame; may those who want to harm me be covered with scorn and disgrace.”

 

9. A. God’s alone

Psalm 71:16 – “I will come and proclaim your mighty acts, Sovereign Lord; I will proclaim your righteous deeds, yours alone.”

 

10. A. It reaches to the heavens

Psalm 71:19 – “Your righteousness, God, reaches to the heavens, you who have done great things. Who is like you, God?”

 

11. B. Shown him troubles, many and bitter

Psalm 71:20

 

Bible Quiz – Psalm 71 (Hardest Round)

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) with Answers & Complete Reference Verses

 

This is the hardest round on Psalm 71—designed to test precise recall, subtle wording differences, and deeper understanding of the psalm’s structure and message. Pay close attention to exact phrases, repeated themes, and lesser-noticed details. Take your time—this one is meant to stretch you!

 

Instructions

Each question has four options—only one is correct.

Focus on exact wording and verse structure.

Some options may sound correct but differ slightly from the actual text.

Answers with full reference verses are provided after the quiz.

 

Quiz Section

 

1. In Psalm 71:1, which exact phrase completes the verse?

A. Let me not be ashamed forever

B. Let me never be put to shame

C. Do not let me be ashamed

D. Let me not be disgraced

 

2. In verse 2, what sequence of actions does the psalmist request from God?

A. Hear me, save me, deliver me

B. Rescue me, deliver me, save me

C. Deliver me, rescue me, protect me

D. Save me, guide me, defend me

 

3. What specific phrase follows “Be my rock of refuge” in verse 3?

A. Where I may dwell forever

B. To which I can always go

C. In times of trouble

D. My ever-present help

 

4. In verse 5, how is the Lord specifically addressed?

A. O Lord my God

B. Sovereign Lord

C. Almighty God

D. Holy One

 

5. In verse 6, what exact action of God is mentioned regarding birth?

A. You formed me in the womb

B. You knew me before birth

C. You brought me forth from my mother’s womb

D. You gave me life at birth

 

6. In verse 8, what word is used instead of “glory” in some translations?

A. Majesty

B. Splendor

C. Honor

D. Greatness

 

7. In verse 12, what is the psalmist’s urgent plea?

A. Come quickly to save me

B. Do not be far from me

C. Be near me always

D. Hear my cry, O God

 

8. In verse 15, what limitation does the psalmist confess?

A. He cannot fully understand God’s ways

B. He does not know how to speak properly

C. He does not know how to relate all God’s deeds

D. He cannot count God’s blessings

 

9. In verse 18, what is the purpose for which the psalmist wants to be preserved in old age?

A. To enjoy peace

B. To see his children prosper

C. To declare God’s power to the next generation

D. To finish his days in righteousness

 

10. In verse 19, what rhetorical question is asked?

A. Who can compare with you?

B. Who is like you, God?

C. Who understands your ways?

D. Who can know your thoughts?

 

11. In verse 21, what two actions does the psalmist expect from God?

A. Increase my strength and uphold me

B. Increase my honor and comfort me once more

C. Restore my life and give me peace

D. Lift me up and make me strong

 

12. In verses 22–23, which instruments and expressions are mentioned together in praise?

A. Harp and joyful singing

B. Lyre and songs of thanksgiving

C. Trumpet and loud praise

D. Cymbals and dancing

 

Answers with Complete Reference Verses

 

1. B. Let me never be put to shame

Psalm 71:1 – “In you, Lord, I have taken refuge; let me never be put to shame.”

 

2. B. Rescue me, deliver me, save me

Psalm 71:2 – “In your righteousness, rescue me and deliver me; turn your ear to me and save me.”

 

3. B. To which I can always go

Psalm 71:3 – “Be my rock of refuge, to which I can always go; give the command to save me, for you are my rock and my fortress.”

 

4. B. Sovereign Lord

Psalm 71:5 – “For you have been my hope, Sovereign Lord, my confidence since my youth.”

 

5. C. You brought me forth from my mother’s womb

Psalm 71:6 – “From birth I have relied on you; you brought me forth from my mother’s womb. I will ever praise you.”

 

6. B. Splendor

Psalm 71:8 – “My mouth is filled with your praise, declaring your splendor all day long.”

 

7. B. Do not be far from me

Psalm 71:12 – “Do not be far from me, my God; come quickly, God, to help me.”

 

8. C. He does not know how to relate all God’s deeds

Psalm 71:15 – “My mouth will tell of your righteous deeds, of your saving acts all day long—though I know not how to relate them all.”

 

9. C. To declare God’s power to the next generation

Psalm 71:18 – “Even when I am old and gray, do not forsake me, my God, till I declare your power to the next generation, your mighty acts to all who are to come.”

 

10. B. Who is like you, God?

Psalm 71:19 – “Your righteousness, God, reaches to the heavens, you who have done great things. Who is like you, God?”

 

11. B. Increase my honor and comfort me once more

Psalm 71:21 – “Increase my honor and comfort me once more.”

 

12. B. Lyre and songs of thanksgiving

Psalm 71:22–23 – “I will praise you with the harp for your faithfulness, my God; I will sing praise to you with the lyre, Holy One of Israel. My lips will shout for joy when I sing praise to you—I whom you have delivered.”

 

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