Prophet Isa (Jesus) Crossword for Kids – Learn Quran Stories About Faith and Truth
Quiz: Prophet Isa’s Message and Opposition – The Truth He Preached
The Challenging Mission of a Noble Prophet – Based on the Qur’an
Multiple Choice Questions (A, B, C, D Format)
Instructions: Read each question carefully and choose the best answer from the four options.
1. What did Prophet Isa begin to do when he started his mission?
A) He became a merchant
B) He started to preach
C) He went into hiding
D) He traveled to distant lands
Answer: B) He started to preach
Explanation: Prophet Isa began his prophetic mission by preaching and calling people to the truth. The Qur’an describes him as a messenger sent to the Children of Israel (3:49) to guide them to worship Allah alone.
2. Who did Prophet Isa call his people to worship?
A) Multiple gods
B) Himself
C) The one true Allah
D) Their ancestors
Answer: C) The one true Allah
Explanation: The fundamental message of all prophets, including Prophet Isa, was to worship Allah alone. The Qur’an records that even as a baby, Isa declared: “Indeed, I am the servant of Allah” (19:30), emphasizing pure monotheism (Tawhid).
3. What was Prophet Isa’s main message to his people?
A) To accumulate wealth
B) To worship the one true God
C) To fight against their enemies
D) To build temples
Answer: B) To worship the one true God
Explanation: In Surah Al-Imran (3:51), the Qur’an states that Prophet Isa said: “Indeed, Allah is my Lord and your Lord, so worship Him. That is a straight path.” His primary message was pure monotheism.
4. How did many people respond to Prophet Isa’s message?
A) They all immediately believed
B) They ignored him completely
C) Many refused to listen
D) They celebrated his teachings
Answer: C) Many refused to listen
Explanation: Like most prophets, Prophet Isa faced rejection from many people. The Qur’an mentions that despite his clear signs and wisdom, many among the Children of Israel refused to accept his message and opposed him.
5. What emotion did some people feel toward Prophet Isa?
A) Love and admiration only
B) Indifference
C) Anger and hatred
D) Fear of his power
Answer: C) Anger and hatred
Explanation: The Qur’an indicates that some people grew hostile toward Prophet Isa because his message challenged their false beliefs and practices. They opposed his teachings and even plotted against him (3:54).
6. Why did some people oppose Prophet Isa’s teachings?
A) Because he was too young
B) Because he was poor
C) Because he spoke the truth that challenged them
D) Because he came from another country
Answer: C) Because he spoke the truth that challenged them
Explanation: Prophet Isa spoke the truth about worshiping Allah alone and correcting religious corruption. Those who benefited from false teachings or had pride in their hearts opposed him, as truth often threatens those attached to falsehood.
7. What does the Qur’an say about people who rejected Prophet Isa?
A) They were forgiven automatically
B) They disbelieved in Allah’s signs
C) They were all punished immediately
D) They were right to reject him
Answer: B) They disbelieved in Allah’s signs
Explanation: Surah Al-Imran (3:49-50) describes how Prophet Isa came with clear signs (miracles), yet many disbelieved. Rejecting a prophet’s message despite clear evidence is considered disbelief (kufr) in Islamic teachings.
8. What quality did Prophet Isa show despite facing opposition?
A) He gave up his mission
B) He became vengeful
C) He remained patient and continued preaching
D) He fled to another country permanently
Answer: C) He remained patient and continued preaching
Explanation: Like all prophets, Prophet Isa demonstrated patience (sabr) in the face of rejection. The Qur’an praises prophets who persevered despite opposition, continuing to call people to the truth with wisdom and patience.
9. What did Prophet Isa call people away from?
A) Praying and charity
B) False worship and corruption
C) Reading and learning
D) Helping the poor
Answer: B) False worship and corruption
Explanation: Prophet Isa came to correct religious innovations and corruption among the Children of Israel. He called them back to pure monotheism and away from false practices, as mentioned in Surah Al-Ma’idah (5:72-75).
10. Who were the people Prophet Isa was sent to?
A) The Romans
B) The Persians
C) The Children of Israel (Bani Israil)
D) All of humanity directly
Answer: C) The Children of Israel (Bani Israil)
Explanation: The Qur’an clearly states in Surah Al-Imran (3:49): “And [make him] a messenger to the Children of Israel.” Prophet Isa was specifically sent to guide the Jewish people of his time, though his message contains universal truths.
11. What did some people do when Prophet Isa spoke the truth?
A) They rewarded him
B) They grew angry
C) They built statues for him
D) They made him their king
Answer: B) They grew angry
Explanation: Truth often angers those who are attached to falsehood or comfortable with corruption. The Qur’an and Islamic history show that Prophet Isa’s truthful message provoked anger among those who rejected it.
12. What was Prophet Isa’s status in Islam?
A) An ordinary person
B) A noble messenger and prophet of Allah
C) A divine being
D) An angel
Answer: B) A noble messenger and prophet of Allah
Explanation: Islam honors Prophet Isa (peace be upon him) as one of the greatest messengers of Allah. The Qur’an calls him “Al-Masih Isa ibn Maryam” (The Messiah, Jesus son of Mary) and confirms he was a human prophet, not divine (4:171).
13. According to the Qur’an, did Prophet Isa ever claim to be God?
A) Yes, he claimed divinity
B) No, he always proclaimed himself as Allah’s servant
C) He was unclear about it
D) He said he was a partner with God
Answer: B) No, he always proclaimed himself as Allah’s servant
Explanation: The Qur’an explicitly states that Prophet Isa never claimed divinity. From his first words as a baby (“I am the servant of Allah” – 19:30) to his teachings, he consistently affirmed his servanthood to Allah and called people to worship Allah alone.
14. What did the enemies of Prophet Isa eventually plot?
A) To make him king
B) To harm him
C) To build him a palace
D) To give him gifts
Answer: B) To harm him
Explanation: The Qur’an mentions in Surah Al-Imran (3:54): “And they [the disbelievers] plotted, and Allah plotted. And Allah is the best of planners.” His enemies conspired against him, but Allah protected him.
15. How did Allah protect Prophet Isa from his enemies?
A) He didn’t protect him
B) He raised him up to heaven
C) He made him invisible
D) He sent an army
Answer: B) He raised him up to heaven
Explanation: According to Islamic belief based on the Qur’an (4:157-158), Allah saved Prophet Isa from crucifixion by raising him up alive to heaven. “Rather, Allah raised him to Himself. And ever is Allah Exalted in Might and Wise” (4:158).
16. What does “preaching” mean in the context of Prophet Isa’s mission?
A) Building churches
B) Teaching and spreading the message of worshiping Allah
C) Collecting money
D) Performing entertainment
Answer: B) Teaching and spreading the message of worshiping Allah
Explanation: Preaching (da’wah in Arabic) means calling people to truth and guidance. Prophet Isa’s preaching involved teaching about Allah’s oneness, moral conduct, and spiritual purification.
17. What lesson can we learn from people opposing Prophet Isa?
A) Truth is always immediately accepted
B) Speaking truth may face opposition, but we must remain steadfast
C) It’s better not to speak the truth
D) Prophets never faced difficulties
Answer: B) Speaking truth may face opposition, but we must remain steadfast
Explanation: The story teaches that standing for truth may bring opposition, but believers must remain patient and steadfast like the prophets. The Qur’an repeatedly shows that all prophets faced rejection, yet they persevered.
18. What book did Allah reveal to Prophet Isa?
A) The Torah
B) The Zabur
C) The Injil (Gospel)
D) The Qur’an
Answer: C) The Injil (Gospel)
Explanation: The Qur’an states in Surah Al-Ma’idah (5:46): “And We sent, following in their footsteps, Jesus, the son of Mary, confirming that which came before him in the Torah; and We gave him the Gospel [Injil].” This was divine guidance for his people.
19. What was Prophet Isa’s attitude toward those who opposed him?
A) He cursed them all
B) He prayed for their guidance
C) He ignored them completely
D) He fought them with weapons
Answer: B) He prayed for their guidance
Explanation: Prophets are characterized by mercy and patience. While the Qur’an doesn’t detail every prayer, Islamic scholars note that prophets prayed for their people’s guidance, as Prophet Muhammad ﷺ did: “O Allah, guide my people for they do not know” (Sahih Bukhari).
20. What was the core belief Prophet Isa taught?
A) Worship many gods
B) Tawhid – the oneness of Allah
C) Worship nature
D) No worship is necessary
Answer: B) Tawhid – the oneness of Allah
Explanation: Tawhid (the absolute oneness of Allah) is the foundation of all prophets’ messages. Prophet Isa emphasized in Surah Al-Imran (3:51): “Indeed, Allah is my Lord and your Lord, so worship Him. That is a straight path.”
21. Why did some religious leaders oppose Prophet Isa?
A) Because he was too kind
B) Because he exposed their hypocrisy and corruption
C) Because he was too young
D) Because he didn’t have formal education
Answer: B) Because he exposed their hypocrisy and corruption
Explanation: Prophet Isa challenged the religious corruption of his time, including the hypocrisy of some leaders who distorted religious teachings for personal gain. Truth-tellers often face the greatest opposition from those who benefit from falsehood.
22. What miracle did Prophet Isa perform to prove his message was from Allah?
A) He flew in the sky
B) He healed the blind and sick by Allah’s permission
C) He created gold
D) He made himself invisible
Answer: B) He healed the blind and sick by Allah’s permission
Explanation: The Qur’an in Surah Al-Imran (3:49) lists Prophet Isa’s miracles: “I heal the blind and the leper, and I give life to the dead—by permission of Allah.” These miracles proved his prophethood, yet many still rejected him.
23. What does the story teach about facing opposition when doing good?
A) Give up immediately
B) Expect it and remain patient like the prophets
C) Become angry and revengeful
D) Hide and never speak up
Answer: B) Expect it and remain patient like the prophets
Explanation: The Qur’an teaches that all prophets faced trials and opposition (2:214). Muslims should expect challenges when standing for truth, but must remain patient (sabr) and continue doing good, following the example of the prophets.
24. How should Muslims view Prophet Isa according to Islam?
A) As a false prophet
B) As God or son of God
C) As a great prophet and messenger of Allah
D) As just an ordinary wise man
Answer: C) As a great prophet and messenger of Allah
Explanation: Muslims love and honor Prophet Isa as one of the greatest messengers of Allah. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said: “Whoever believes that none has the right to be worshipped but Allah… and that Jesus is Allah’s servant and messenger… will enter Paradise” (Sahih Bukhari 3435).
25. What is the ultimate lesson from Prophet Isa’s preaching despite opposition?
A) Never stand up for truth
B) Truth and faith require courage and perseverance
C) Popularity is more important than truth
D) Prophets had easy lives
Answer: B) Truth and faith require courage and perseverance
Explanation: Prophet Isa’s story teaches that living by truth and faith requires courage to face opposition and perseverance to continue despite hardships. This is a timeless lesson for all believers to stand firm in their faith regardless of challenges.
