Divided kingdom · around 870–850 BC
Elijah Bible quiz
Start with these 3 free questions on Elijah. Tap an answer to check it: each one is explained with the verse it comes from. The full quiz (12 questions, up to the details most readers miss) is in Bible Academy.
Easy questions
1. Who fed Elijah by the brook Cherith?
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Answer: Ravens. “The ravens brought him bread and flesh in the morning, and bread and flesh in the evening.” The widow of Zarephath came later. 1 Kings 17:5–6
2. On which mountain did Elijah confront the prophets of Baal?
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Answer: Carmel. Elijah had all Israel and the prophets of Baal gather “unto mount Carmel.” He would later flee all the way to Horeb. 1 Kings 18:19–20
3. According to the text, how did Elijah go up to heaven?
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Answer: In a whirlwind. A chariot of fire and horses of fire parted Elijah and Elisha, “and Elijah went up by a whirlwind into heaven.” 2 Kings 2:11