2 Kings 17 - Flashcard MC Questions

Questions and Answers

Who was king in Judah when Hoshea became king in Israel (2 Kgs 17:1)?

Hezekiah

Ahaz (correct)

Asa

Josiah

How long did Hoshea rule over Israel (2 Kgs 17:1)?

9 years (correct)

6 months

7 years

2 years

What evaluative statement was made about Hoshea king of Israel besides the fact that he did evil in the eyes of the Lord (2 Kgs 17:2)?

But the Asherah pole in Samaria was not cut down

But he still worshipped the golden calves at Bethel

But he did not remove the high places

But not like the kings of Israel who preceded him (correct)

What Assyrian king came up to attack Hoshea (2 Kgs 17:3)?

Shalmaneser Signup and view all the answers

Why did Shalmaneser attack Hoshea king of Israel (2 Kgs 17:4)?

Hoshea stopped paying tribute making an alliance with So of Egypt Signup and view all the answers

What Egyptian Pharaoh did Hoshea attempt to make an alliance with (2 Kgs 17:4)?

So Signup and view all the answers

What did Shalmaneser do to Hoshea king of Israel when he did not pay the normal tribute (2 Kgs 17:4)?

He put him in prison Signup and view all the answers

For how many years did Shalmaneser king of Assyria lay siege against Hoshea's Samaria (2 Kgs 17:5)?

3 years Signup and view all the answers

Shalmaneser, who attacked and laid siege to Samaria, was from what country (2 Kgs 17:3)?

Assyria Signup and view all the answers

When did Shalmaneser capture the city of Samaria (2 Kgs 17:6)?

In the ninth year of Hoshea Signup and view all the answers

What did Shalmaneser do to the inhabitants of Israel (2 Kgs 17:6)?

He deported them Signup and view all the answers

Where did Shalmaneser deport the people of Israel to (2 Kgs 17:6)?

Into the towns of the Medes Signup and view all the answers

All of the following are listed as reasons for Israel being deported EXCEPT (2 Kgs 17:7f)

They did not care for the fatherless and widows Signup and view all the answers

In the list of offences leading to the deportation of Israel, what did Israel build in all their towns (2 Kgs 17:9)?

They built high places Signup and view all the answers

What did Israel set up on every high hill and under every spreading tree (2 Kgs 17:10)?

Sacred stones and Asherah poles Signup and view all the answers

What did Israel do at every high place as the nations had done before them (2 Kgs 17:11)?

Burned incense Signup and view all the answers

God deported Israel because they worshipped _____ (2 Kgs 17:12)?

Idols Signup and view all the answers

How had the Lord warned Israel about the coming judgment and deportation (2 Kgs 17:13)?

Through the prophets and seers Signup and view all the answers

What was the message of warning given by the prophets and seers as to how to avoid deportation and judgment (2 Kgs 17:13)?

Turn from your evil ways Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Key Kings and Events

Ahaz ruled in Judah when Hoshea became king of Israel.
Hoshea reigned for 9 years, noted for his evil acts despite not being like his predecessor kings.

Assyrian Conquest

Shalmaneser, king of Assyria, attacked Hoshea due to his cessation of tribute payments and alliance with Egypt's Pharaoh So.
Hoshea's rebellion included sending troops against Assyria, which led to his imprisonment by Shalmaneser.
Assyria laid siege to Samaria for 3 years, culminating in its capture in Hoshea’s ninth year.

Deportation of Israel

After capturing Samaria, Shalmaneser deported many Israelites to the towns of the Medes.
Reasons for deportation included idol worship, following pagan practices, and setting up sacred sites.
Israel constructed high places and sacred stones, resembling the idolatrous practices of previous nations.

Divine Judgment

God gave warnings to Israel through prophets and seers, urging them to turn from their evil ways.
Israel ignored these warnings and continued offering incense at high places, leading to divine judgment and deportation.

Summary of Practices

Israelites performed rituals at high places, including burning incense and establishing sacred stones and poles.
They engaged in idol worship, directly opposing the commands of God and leading to their eventual exile.

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Test your knowledge of 2 Kings Chapter 17 with these flashcard MC questions. This quiz covers key figures, events, and judgments associated with the kings of Israel and Judah. Ideal for those studying biblical history and the Kings of Israel.