Bible Quiz – Psalm 122 (Multiple Choice Questions) With Answers and the Reference
Psalm
122 is a joyful Song of Ascents that celebrates the blessing of going to the
house of the Lord and praying for the peace of Jerusalem. Traditionally
associated with pilgrims traveling to worship, this psalm reminds believers of
the importance of worship, unity, gratitude, and praying for God's people. Test
your knowledge with the following multiple-choice questions.
Instructions
Read each question carefully.
Choose the correct answer from the four
options.
Do not look at the answers until you have
completed the quiz.
Challenge your family or friends to see who
scores the highest!
Quiz
Questions
1.
Who is traditionally credited with writing Psalm 122?
A.
Moses
B.
David
C.
Solomon
D.
Asaph
2.
Psalm 122 belongs to which special collection of psalms?
A.
Penitential Psalms
B.
Songs of Ascents
C.
Royal Psalms
D.
Messianic Psalms
3.
What caused the psalmist to rejoice?
A.
A military victory
B.
A successful harvest
C.
An invitation to go to the house of the Lord
D.
The building of a palace
4.
Where were the worshippers standing according to the psalm?
A.
At the city gates
B.
Inside the temple courtyard
C.
Within the gates of Jerusalem
D.
On Mount Sinai
5.
How is Jerusalem described?
A.
A city on many hills
B.
A city compactly built together
C.
A city surrounded by rivers
D.
A city full of vineyards
6.
Who went up to Jerusalem?
A.
The kings only
B.
The priests only
C.
The tribes of the Lord
D.
Foreign visitors only
7.
Why did the tribes go up to Jerusalem?
A.
To collect taxes
B.
To offer sacrifices to kings
C.
To give thanks to the name of the Lord
D.
To celebrate military victories
8.
What was established in Jerusalem according to the psalm?
A.
Thrones for judgment
B.
A royal marketplace
C.
A great fortress
D.
A school of prophets
9.
Whose thrones for judgment are mentioned?
A.
The house of Aaron
B.
The house of Levi
C.
The house of David
D.
The house of Benjamin
10.
What are believers encouraged to pray for?
A.
Rain for the crops
B.
Peace of Jerusalem
C.
Victory in battle
D.
Long life for the king
11.
What blessing is promised to those who love Jerusalem?
A.
Wealth
B.
Wisdom
C.
Prosperity
D.
Fame
12.
Where does the psalmist desire peace to remain?
A.
In the surrounding nations
B.
Within Jerusalem's walls
C.
In every village
D.
On the mountains
13.
What is desired within Jerusalem's palaces?
A.
Treasure
B.
Prosperity
C.
Armies
D.
Festivals
14.
For whose sake does the psalmist speak peace?
A.
His enemies
B.
His brothers and companions
C.
The surrounding nations
D.
The priests only
15.
Because of what does the psalmist seek Jerusalem's good?
A.
The city's wealth
B.
The king's authority
C.
The house of the Lord
D.
Its military strength
Answers
with References
1.
B. David
Reference:
Psalm 122:1 (Title)
2.
B. Songs of Ascents
Reference:
Psalm 122:1 (Title)
3.
C. An invitation to go to the house of the Lord
Reference:
Psalm 122:1
4.
C. Within the gates of Jerusalem
Reference:
Psalm 122:2
5.
B. A city compactly built together
Reference:
Psalm 122:3
6.
C. The tribes of the Lord
Reference:
Psalm 122:4
7.
C. To give thanks to the name of the Lord
Reference:
Psalm 122:4
8.
A. Thrones for judgment
Reference:
Psalm 122:5
9.
C. The house of David
Reference:
Psalm 122:5
10.
B. Peace of Jerusalem
Reference:
Psalm 122:6
11.
C. Prosperity
Reference:
Psalm 122:6
12.
B. Within Jerusalem's walls
Reference:
Psalm 122:7
13.
B. Prosperity
Reference:
Psalm 122:7
14.
B. His brothers and companions
Reference:
Psalm 122:8
15.
C. The house of the Lord
Reference:
Psalm 122:9
Bible
Quiz – Psalm 122 (Level 2 – Multiple Choice Questions)
Welcome
to Level 2 of the Psalm 122 Bible Quiz! This round goes beyond basic facts and
tests your understanding of the psalm's details, themes, and structure. Read
each question carefully and choose the best answer.
Instructions
Read each question carefully.
Select the correct answer from the four
choices.
Complete all questions before checking the
answers.
Use your Bible afterward to review the
references and deepen your understanding.
Quiz
Questions
1.
Psalm 122 begins with the psalmist expressing which emotion?
A.
Fear
B.
Joy
C.
Sorrow
D.
Anger
2.
The invitation in the opening verse was to go where?
A.
The king's palace
B.
The city gate
C.
The house of the Lord
D.
The Mount of Olives
3.
Which phrase best describes Jerusalem in Psalm 122?
A.
A city of refuge
B.
A city united together
C.
A city beside the sea
D.
A city of shepherds
4.
The gathering of the tribes served as a testimony to whom?
A.
Israel
B.
David
C.
The priests
D.
The nations
5.
What was the primary purpose of the tribes going up to Jerusalem?
A.
To attend a royal meeting
B.
To present gifts to the king
C.
To give thanks to the name of the Lord
D.
To settle disputes
6.
According to the psalm, what was set in Jerusalem besides the temple?
A.
Altars of bronze
B.
Thrones for judgment
C.
Watchtowers
D.
Storehouses
7.
The thrones for judgment belonged to which house?
A.
Aaron
B.
Judah
C.
David
D.
Levi
8.
What specific request does the psalmist make concerning Jerusalem?
A.
That it become larger
B.
That it receive more visitors
C.
That people pray for its peace
D.
That it gain military strength
9.
According to Psalm 122, who will prosper?
A.
Those who build the city
B.
Those who defend the city
C.
Those who love Jerusalem
D.
Those who rule Jerusalem
10.
Where does the psalmist desire peace to be found?
A.
Within the walls
B.
On the hills
C.
At the gates
D.
In the marketplace
11.
What does the psalmist desire within Jerusalem's palaces?
A.
Wisdom
B.
Prosperity
C.
Victory
D.
Celebration
12.
For whose sake does the psalmist declare, "Peace be within you"?
A.
The judges
B.
His brothers and companions
C.
The priests
D.
The pilgrims
13.
What final reason does the psalmist give for seeking Jerusalem's good?
A.
Its beauty
B.
Its influence
C.
The house of the Lord
D.
Its history
14.
Psalm 122 emphasizes worship, unity, and which additional theme?
A.
Revenge
B.
Peace
C.
Wealth
D.
Conquest
15.
Which verse contains the psalmist's commitment to seek the good of Jerusalem?
A.
Verse 3
B.
Verse 5
C.
Verse 7
D.
Verse 9
Answers
with References
1.
B. Joy
Reference:
Psalm 122:1
2.
C. The house of the Lord
Reference:
Psalm 122:1
3.
B. A city united together
Reference:
Psalm 122:3
4.
A. Israel
Reference:
Psalm 122:4
5.
C. To give thanks to the name of the Lord
Reference:
Psalm 122:4
6.
B. Thrones for judgment
Reference:
Psalm 122:5
7.
C. David
Reference:
Psalm 122:5
8.
C. That people pray for its peace
Reference:
Psalm 122:6
9.
C. Those who love Jerusalem
Reference:
Psalm 122:6
10.
A. Within the walls
Reference:
Psalm 122:7
11.
B. Prosperity
Reference:
Psalm 122:7
12.
B. His brothers and companions
Reference:
Psalm 122:8
13.
C. The house of the Lord
Reference:
Psalm 122:9
14.
B. Peace
Reference:
Psalm 122:6–9
15.
D. Verse 9
Reference:
Psalm 122:9
Bible
Quiz – Psalm 122 (Level 3 – Multiple Choice Questions)
Instructions
Read every question carefully.
Choose the best answer from the four options.
Do not check the answers until you have
completed all the questions.
Review the Scripture references afterward to
strengthen your understanding of Psalm 122.
Quiz
Questions
1.
Which expression introduces the psalmist's joyful response in the opening verse?
A.
"I remembered"
B.
"I rejoiced"
C.
"I was glad"
D.
"I praised"
2.
The statement "Our feet have been standing" indicates that the
pilgrims had done what?
A.
Begun their journey
B.
Arrived in Jerusalem
C.
Returned home
D.
Crossed the Jordan River
3.
Jerusalem is described as a city that is what?
A.
Exalted above the mountains
B.
Compactly built together
C.
Filled with strong towers
D.
Surrounded by rivers
4.
According to the psalm, who regularly went up to Jerusalem?
A.
The elders of Israel
B.
The Levites only
C.
The tribes of the Lord
D.
The descendants of David only
5.
The phrase "as a testimony for Israel" refers to what established
practice?
A.
Israel's military victories
B.
The tribes gathering for worship
C.
The appointment of judges
D.
The construction of the city walls
6.
What were the tribes specifically instructed to do when they went up?
A.
Bring offerings to the king
B.
Offer military service
C.
Give thanks to the name of the Lord
D.
Rebuild the city
7.
What is said to have been "set" in Jerusalem?
A.
The Ark of the Covenant
B.
Thrones for judgment
C.
The altar of incense
D.
The city gates
8.
The thrones for judgment belonged to which royal house?
A.
Saul
B.
Solomon
C.
David
D.
Judah
9.
Which group is directly urged to pray for the peace of Jerusalem?
A.
The priests
B.
The kings
C.
Those hearing or reading the psalm
D.
The Levites only
10.
According to the psalm, prosperity is associated with those who do what?
A.
Defend Jerusalem
B.
Visit Jerusalem
C.
Love Jerusalem
D.
Rule Jerusalem
11.
Which pair is specifically mentioned together in Psalm 122?
A.
Mercy and truth
B.
Peace and prosperity
C.
Faith and hope
D.
Wisdom and righteousness
12.
The psalmist says, "Peace be within you," primarily for the sake of
whom?
A.
The judges and rulers
B.
His brothers and companions
C.
The pilgrims
D.
The priests
13.
What motivates the psalmist to seek the good of Jerusalem in the closing verse?
A.
Its historical importance
B.
Its political influence
C.
The house of the Lord
D.
Its strong defenses
14.
Which major idea appears both at the beginning and the end of Psalm 122?
A.
The importance of sacrifice
B.
The centrality of the house of the Lord
C.
The promise of a coming king
D.
The rebuilding of Jerusalem
15.
Which outline best reflects the overall flow of Psalm 122?
A.
Lament →
Judgment →
Deliverance
B.
Worship →
Description of Jerusalem →
Prayer for Jerusalem
C.
Confession →
Forgiveness →
Thanksgiving
D.
Creation →
Covenant →
Prophecy
Answers
with References
1.
C. "I was glad"
Reference:
Psalm 122:1
2.
B. Arrived in Jerusalem
Reference:
Psalm 122:2
3.
B. Compactly built together
Reference:
Psalm 122:3
4.
C. The tribes of the Lord
Reference:
Psalm 122:4
5.
B. The tribes gathering for worship
Reference:
Psalm 122:4
6.
C. Give thanks to the name of the Lord
Reference:
Psalm 122:4
7.
B. Thrones for judgment
Reference:
Psalm 122:5
8.
C. David
Reference:
Psalm 122:5
9.
C. Those hearing or reading the psalm
Reference:
Psalm 122:6
10.
C. Love Jerusalem
Reference:
Psalm 122:6
11.
B. Peace and prosperity
Reference:
Psalm 122:7
12.
B. His brothers and companions
Reference:
Psalm 122:8
13.
C. The house of the Lord
Reference:
Psalm 122:9
14.
B. The centrality of the house of the Lord
Reference:
Psalm 122:1, 9
15.
B. Worship →
Description of Jerusalem →
Prayer for Jerusalem
Reference:
Psalm 122:1–9
This
advanced quiz challenged both your knowledge of the text and your understanding
of Psalm 122's message. Continue studying Scripture carefully, and let each
chapter deepen your appreciation for worship, unity, and prayer. Share this
quiz with your Bible study group, family, or friends, and invite them to take
the challenge. Keep exploring God's Word—one Psalm at a time.
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