WAEC Christian Religious Studies (CRS) 2019 Objective Past Questions
All 50 questions from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Christian Religious Studies (CRS) 2019 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation for each. Free, no signup needed.
God blessed and hallowed the seventh day because it was a day of
A. fast
B. worship
C. praise
D. restCorrect
Explanation
God blessed the seventh day because it was a day of rest. This is evident in Genesis 2:3: 'Thus the heavens and the earth were finished... And on the seventh day God finished his work which he had done, and rested.' The seventh day is significant for rest, completeness and perfection, and by command should be observed as the perfect example set by God himself.
Adam was placed in the garden of Eden located in the
A. EastCorrect
B. West
C. North
D. South
Explanation
Adam was placed in the garden of Eden located in the East. This is evident in Genesis 2:8: 'And the LORD God planted a garden in the east; and there he put the man whom he had formed.'
The creation of woman was necessitated by the need for
A. consultation
B. companionshipCorrect
C. love
D. solidarity
Explanation
The creation of woman was necessitated by the need for companionship. This is evident in Genesis 2:18-22: 'Then the LORD God said, “It is not good that the man should be alone; I will make him a helper fit for him.”' The word 'helper' here connotes companionship — a woman is to keep a man's company as his companion or helper, since loneliness is not honourable.
Jacob showed preference for Joseph because Joseph was born in his old age. This is evident in Genesis 37:3: 'Now Israel loved Joseph more than any other of his children, because he was the son of his old age; and he made him a long robe with sleeves.'
The reason for which Joseph's brothers sold him was
A. love for money
B. jealousyCorrect
C. desire to eliminate others
D. hatred
Explanation
The main reason Joseph's brothers sold him is evident in Genesis 37:11: 'And his brothers were jealous of him.' Joseph's brothers' jealousy was fuelled by his dreams of greatness, which he shared with them and their father. This jealousy led to the plan to sell Joseph to the Ishmaelites.
B. Pharaoh wanted to control the Hebrew population
C. they were kinsmen of the Israelites
D. they were women who feared GodCorrect
Explanation
Shiphrah and Puah refused to obey Pharaoh because they were women who feared God. This is evident in Exodus 1:16-17: '...the midwives feared God, and did not do as the king of Egypt commanded them, but let the male children live.'
"But behold, they will not believe me or listen to my voice, for they will say, the Lord did not appear to you." Who made this remark?
A. Aaron
B. MosesCorrect
C. Joseph
D. Jacob
Explanation
Moses made this remark, found in Exodus 4:1. The Israelites were in captivity in Egypt when God appeared to Moses at Mount Horeb, and Moses was skeptical of being believed and received by the Israelites.
The Israelites asked Aaron to make gods for them because they
A. wanted a god to lead them back to Egypt
B. felt God had neglected them due to their sins
C. felt Moses had delayed on Mount SinaiCorrect
D. were under severe attack by the Egyptians
Explanation
The Israelites asked Aaron to make gods for them because they felt Moses had delayed on Mount Sinai. This is evident in Exodus 32:1: 'When the people saw that Moses delayed to come down from the mountain, the people gathered themselves together to Aaron...' Aaron responded by making a molten calf, with grave consequences.
Joshua was invested with some of Moses' authority so that the Israelites might
A. honour him
B. bless him
C. purify him
D. obey himCorrect
Explanation
Joshua was invested with some of Moses' authority so that the Israelites might obey him. This can be found in Deuteronomy 34:9: 'And Joshua the son of Nun was full of the spirit of wisdom, for Moses had laid his hands upon him; so the people of Israel obeyed him.'
Barak deployed a troop of ten thousand men as advised by Deborah on Mount
A. TaborCorrect
B. Sina
C. Gilboa
D. Nebo
Explanation
Barak deployed a troop of ten thousand men as advised by Deborah on Mount Tabor. This can be found in Judges 4:6: 'She sent and summoned Barak... and said to him, “The LORD, the God of Israel, commands you, ‘Go, gather your men at Mount Tabor, taking ten thousand...’”'
"It is the Lord, let Him do what seems good to Him." These words were said by
A. Saul
B. Samuel
C. Moses
D. EliCorrect
Explanation
These words were said by Eli. This can be found in 1 Samuel 3:18. The statement reflects Eli's parental irresponsibility — his refusal to discipline his sons Hophni and Phinehas, which resulted in the death of all three.
The glory has departed from Israel was the meaning of the name
A. Samuel
B. Eli
C. Phinehas
D. IchabodCorrect
Explanation
'The glory has departed from Israel' is the meaning of the name Ichabod. This can be found in 1 Samuel 4:21-22. Ichabod is a name premised on the deaths of Phinehas and Eli, and the capture of the ark of God by the Philistines.
Prophet Samuel, like Eli, had two worthless sons called
A. Joel and Abihu
B. Nadam and Abihu
C. Joel and AbijahCorrect
D. Gershom and Abijah
Explanation
Prophet Samuel, like Eli, had two worthless sons called Joel and Abijah. This is evident in 1 Samuel 8:1-3. Just like Eli's sons Hophni and Phinehas, Samuel's sons too were disobedient — they took bribes and perverted justice.
David entered Saul's service because he was a skillful musician. This can be found in 1 Samuel 16:14-23. David's skill in music was used as a remedy for Saul's illness, as an evil spirit troubled him.
"I have done wrong, return, my son David, for I will no more do you harm, because my life was precious in your eyes this day...." Who made this statement?
A. Samuel
B. Joab
C. Abner
D. SaulCorrect
Explanation
This statement was made by Saul, found in 1 Samuel 26:21. Saul would have been killed by David on this occasion, but David hesitated — this scene demonstrates the conflict between Saul and David and Saul's repeated attempts on David's life.
The first child David had with Bathsheba died on the
A. third day
B. seventh dayCorrect
C. eleventh day
D. fifteenth day
Explanation
The first child David had with Bathsheba died on the seventh day. This can be found in 2 Samuel 12:18. David had killed Uriah and married Bathsheba, which displeased God; despite David's prayer and fasting for forgiveness, the child still died.
Solomon asked God for an understanding mind to govern Israel so that he could
A. rule in peace
B. develop the nation
C. discern what is rightCorrect
D. build the temple for God
Explanation
Solomon asked God for an understanding mind so that he could discern what is right. This is evident in 1 Kings 3:9: 'Give thy servant therefore an understanding mind to govern thy people, that I may discern between good and evil.'
During the dedication of the temple by Solomon, the cloud which filled the house symbolized the
A. angels
B. salts
C. glory of GodCorrect
D. righteousness of the people
Explanation
The cloud that filled the house during the temple's dedication symbolized the glory of God. This can be found in 1 Kings 8:10-11: '...a cloud filled the house of the LORD... for the glory of the LORD filled the house of the LORD.'
"To your tents, O Israel! Look now to your own house, David." This call was made because
A. Rehoboam increased the Northern Kingdom's burden
B. Solomon favoured the Southern kingdom
C. Solomon imposed heavy taxes on the people
D. Rehoboam refused to grant the Northerners' petitionCorrect
Explanation
This call was made because Rehoboam refused to grant the Northerners' petition. This is evident in 1 Kings 12:16. Unlike his forebears David and Solomon, Rehoboam ruled the Israelites with an iron hand, imposing heavy taxes and increasing their burdens.
During the reign of King Ahab, Hiel of Bethel rebuilt Jericho at the cost of the lives of his children
A. Amram and Adonijah
B. Hophni and Phinehas
C. Abinadab and Malchishua
D. Abiram and SegubCorrect
Explanation
Hiel of Bethel rebuilt Jericho at the cost of the lives of his children Abiram and Segub. This can be found in 1 Kings 16:34 — done in accordance with the word of God spoken by Joshua the son of Nun.
As a result of King Ahab's sin, the people of Israel suffered a
A. pestilence
B. droughtCorrect
C. plague
D. earthquake
Explanation
As a result of King Ahab's sin, the people of Israel suffered drought. This can be found in 1 Kings 17:1: '...there shall be neither dew nor rain these years, except by my word.'
Naboth was killed so that Ahab might own his property. This is evident in 1 Kings 21:1-24. Ahab coveted Naboth's vineyard, and Jezebel plotted against Naboth leading to his death, for which God pronounced judgement through Elijah.
C. pronouncing a curse on him and his generationCorrect
D. stopping Gehazi from working with him
Explanation
The aftermath of Gehazi's actions led to Elisha pronouncing a curse on him and his generation. This can be found in 2 Kings 5:27: 'the leprosy of Naaman shall cleave to you and to your descendants forever.' Gehazi had lied to collect gifts from Naaman which Elisha had refused.
King Josiah was inspired to reform the worship of God in Judah by the
A. Priests of Yahweh
B. temple Secretary, Shaphan
C. workers repairing the temple
D. contents of the book of the lawCorrect
Explanation
King Josiah was inspired to reform the worship of God by the contents of the book of the law. This is found in 2 Kings 22:8-11 — the book of the law found by Hilkiah and handed to Josiah via Shaphan informed the religious reform in Judah.
The death of Josiah occurred when he fought Pharaoh Neco at Megiddo. This can be found in 2 Kings 23:29-30. Josiah was carried to Jerusalem and buried in his own tomb, and his son Jehoahaz was made king after him.
Which factor influenced King Artaxerxes to favour Nehemiah?
A. Faithfulness
B. Tolerance
C. Obedience
D. PrayerCorrect
Explanation
Prayer influenced King Artaxerxes to favour Nehemiah. This is evident in Nehemiah 1:11: 'O Lord, let thy ear be attentive to the prayer of thy servant...' Nehemiah's prayer helped him find favour with Artaxerxes, and his request was granted.
Before rebuilding the wall of Jerusalem, Nehemiah first
A. confided in a few people with his plan
B. called a general meeting to assess the damage
C. studied and assessed the extent of damageCorrect
D. attacked the arch enemies of Judah
Explanation
Before rebuilding the wall, Nehemiah first studied and assessed the extent of the damage. This can be found in Nehemiah 2:1-13, where he inspected the broken walls and burnt gates by night before embarking on rebuilding.
The excellent spirit in Daniel caused the Satraps to be
A. Angry with him
B. jealous of himCorrect
C. bitter with him
D. friendly with him
Explanation
The excellent spirit in Daniel caused the Satraps to be jealous of him. Daniel was without error and no guilt was found in him, so the satraps and presidents colluded against him — found in Daniel chapter 6.
In the book of Amos, selling the needy for a pair of shoes means
A. the needy had the same value as shoes
B. the needy did not need shoes
C. shoes were much more valuable than the needy
D. the rich dishonoured the less privilegedCorrect
Explanation
This means the rich dishonoured the less privileged. This can be found in Amos 2:6-7. God is displeased with all forms of injustice against the poor, warning that they should not be treated with contempt.
According to Amos, the day of the Lord for the Jews would be a day of
A. light
B. famine
C. darknessCorrect
D. success
Explanation
According to Amos, the day of the Lord for the Jews would be a day of darkness. This is in Amos 5:18: 'Woe to you who desire the day of the LORD!... It is darkness, and not light.' The day of the LORD in this context suggests judgement.
The temptations of Jesus were meant to prepare Him for His ministry. This can be found in Matthew 4:1-11. The three temptations preceded and prepared Jesus for his ministry, and were of great significance.
"Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men." This was addressed to
A. James and John
B. Peter and John
C. James and Andrew
D. Simon and AndrewCorrect
Explanation
This was addressed to Simon and Andrew, found in Matthew 4:18-19. This statement foreshadows their engagement as disciples — winning souls, being fishers of men rather than mere fishers of fish.
According to the Gospel of Matthew the first two disciples of Jesus were
A. tax collectors
B. farmers
C. fishermenCorrect
D. tent makers
Explanation
According to the Gospel of Matthew, the first two disciples of Jesus were fishermen. This is evident in Matthew 4:18-21 — Simon and Andrew were casting their net into the sea when Jesus called them.
And as he passed on, he saw Levi the son of Alphaeus sitting at the tax office. What did Jesus say to Levi?
A. Take your pallet and walk
B. Follow meCorrect
C. Rise up
D. I will make you a fisher of men
Explanation
Jesus said 'Follow me' to Levi. This is evident in Mark 2:14. Levi rose and followed him; Jesus later sat and dined with many tax collectors and sinners, to the offence of the Pharisees.
"Sit here, while I go yonder and pray." Jesus gave this instruction to the disciples at
A. Bethany
B. Capernaum
C. Golgotha
D. GethsemaneCorrect
Explanation
Jesus gave this instruction to the disciples at Gethsemane. This is evident in Matthew 26:36. Jesus took Peter, James and John further along as he departed from the rest of the disciples to pray.
"My father, if it be possible, let this cup pass from me;..." 'Cup' as used here refers to
A. judgement
B. deathCorrect
C. trial
D. temptation
Explanation
'Cup' as used here refers to death — the death of Jesus Christ. This is found in Matthew 26:39. Jesus' death was not a coincidence; it was rooted in prophecy.
After the arrest of Jesus in the garden of Gethsemane, He was first taken to the courtyard of
A. Pilate
B. CaiaphasCorrect
C. Herod the Great
D. Herod Antipas
Explanation
After his arrest, Jesus was first taken to the courtyard of Caiaphas the high priest. This is in Matthew 26:57. From Caiaphas, Jesus was later taken to Pilate.
"Why do we still need witnesses? You have now heard his blasphemy." This remark was made by
A. Pontius Pilate
B. the Roman Governor
C. the High PriestCorrect
D. the Sanhedrin
Explanation
This remark was made by the High Priest, who tore his robes upon hearing what he considered blasphemy from Jesus, shortly before Jesus was taken to Pilate for judgement.
How was the sepulchre in which Jesus was laid secured by the Chief Priests?
A. Fixing a stone door and a lock
B. Rolling a hewn rock to the entrance
C. Setting a guard of Roman soldiers
D. Sealing the stone and setting a guardCorrect
Explanation
The sepulchre was secured by sealing the stone and setting a guard. This is in Matthew 27:65-66: 'So they went and made the sepulchre secure by sealing the stone and setting a guard.'
The reason for the election of Matthias to replace Judas was to
A. show Peter's authority as a leader
B. fulfil the words of the scriptureCorrect
C. end the curse of Judas
D. add more people for the work
Explanation
Matthias was elected to replace Judas in order to fulfil the words of the scripture. This can be found in Acts 1:16-26 — Judas was instrumental in Jesus' arrest, and his replacement fulfilled prophecy.
The apostles preferred preaching to serving tables because
A. they were not called for alms giving
B. the Hellenists were complaining too much about discrimination
C. they were to devote themselves to prayer and the wordCorrect
D. serving tables was a tedious task for them
Explanation
The apostles preferred preaching because they were to devote themselves to prayer and the word. This can be found in Acts 6:2-4, which led to the selection of seven men of good repute, including Stephen, to serve tables instead.
"For thou will not abandon my soul to Hades, nor let thy Holy one see corruption." Peter used this Psalm of David to defend Jesus'
A. temptation
B. crucifixion
C. resurrectionCorrect
D. baptism
Explanation
Peter used this Psalm of David to defend Jesus' resurrection. This is evident in Acts 2:27, confirming what David had prophesied concerning Jesus Christ.
Saul (Paul) was a native of Tarsus, popularly referred to as Paul of Tarsus. This is evident in Acts 22:1-3, where he describes himself as 'a Jew, born at Tarsus in Cilicia but brought up in this city at the feet of Gamaliel.'
King Herod arrested Peter because James' death had pleased the Jews. This is evident in Acts 12:2-5. Herod had killed James with the sword, and seeing that it pleased the Jews, proceeded to arrest Peter also.
To make prayer effective, James taught that Christians should
A. pray without ceasing
B. pray in tongues
C. have congregational prayers
D. avoid double-mindednessCorrect
Explanation
James taught that Christians should avoid double-mindedness for prayer to be effective. This can be found in James 1:6-7 — a double-minded person should not expect anything from God.
The church demonstrates partiality when it reserves the best seats for the rich. This can be found in James 2:1-4, a practice James condemns, noting that the rich should not be given preferential treatment in the church.
Peter said that, when church elders tend their flock well, they would obtain
A. the crown of gloryCorrect
B. prosperity
C. love and holiness
D. peace
Explanation
Peter said that when church elders tend their flock well, they would obtain the crown of glory. This can be found in 1 Peter 5:3-4, describing the qualities of love and humility required of elders, as manifested by Jesus Christ.
A. builds houses and rents to those who do not have
B. provides transports at reduced cost for other citizens
C. obeys the laws of the state and fulfil his obligationsCorrect
D. helps to finance the government at all times
Explanation
According to Peter, a good citizen is one who obeys the laws of the state and fulfils his obligations. This is in 1 Peter 2:13-15, describing this as a civic responsibility of Christians.
Live as freemen, yet without using your freedom as a pretext for evil. Peter, by this text was calling on Christians to
A. resist the devil always
B. do what is rightCorrect
C. fight for their freedom
D. endure pain while suffering
Explanation
Peter was calling on the Christians to do what is right. This is evident in 1 Peter 2:15-16, stressing that though Christians are free in the Lord, such freedom should not be used as a pretext for evil.
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