Healing of Blind Bartimaeus

15 Grade 8 Religious Education (CRE) questions on Healing of Blind Bartimaeus, with worked marking schemes. 15 questions are available on this topic in full.

1. Question 1

   1 mark

   Jesus asked Bartimaeus, 'What do you want me to do for you?' Bartimaeus replied that he wanted to

   A. Live in Jericho

   B. Lead the disciples

   C. Become rich

   D. Receive his sight

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2. Question 2

   1 mark

   The crowd tried to silence Bartimaeus, but he shouted even louder. His behaviour teaches Christians to

   A. Ignore other people entirely

   B. Give up when opposed

   C. Persist in faith despite discouragement

   D. Shout in all situations

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3. Question 3

   1 mark

   While reading Mark 10, a learner noted how a blind beggar called out to Jesus as He was leaving Jericho, even though the crowd told him to be quiet. What did blind Bartimaeus keep shouting?

   A. A. 'Teacher, give me the best seat'

   B. B. 'Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!'

   C. C. 'Lord, condemn these people'

   D. D. 'Give me bread, I am hungry'

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4. Question 4

   6 marks

   A Grade 8 learner read the account of how Jesus healed a blind beggar near Jericho (Mark 10:46-52).

   (a) State what Bartimaeus did when he heard that Jesus was passing by. (2 marks)

   (b) Explain two qualities Bartimaeus showed that Christians should imitate. (4 marks)

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   (a) When Bartimaeus heard it was Jesus of Nazareth, he began to shout, "Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!" Even when many people rebuked him and told him to be quiet, he shouted all the louder (Mark 10:47-48). When called, he threw aside his cloak and came to Jesus. (b) Two qualities to imitate (any two, explained): - Faith: Bartimaeus believed Jesus could heal him; Jesus said, "Your faith has healed you" (Mark 10:52). Christians should have strong faith in Jesus. - Persistence/determination: he kept shouting despite being told to be quiet. Christians should persist in prayer and not give up. - Recognition of who Jesus is: he called Jesus "Son of David," acknowledging Him as the Messiah. Christians should confess Jesus as Lord. - Gratitude/discipleship: after being healed he followed Jesus along the road (Mark 10:52). Christians should follow and serve Jesus.

5. Question 5

   1 mark

   According to the Gospel of Mark, Bartimaeus was sitting and begging by the roadside near which town when Jesus passed by?

   A. Capernaum

   B. Bethlehem

   C. Jericho

   D. Nazareth

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6. Question 6

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   When Jesus called Bartimaeus, the blind man threw off his cloak and jumped up. Throwing off the cloak is often understood to symbolise

   A. Hiding from the disciples

   B. Preparing to fight the crowd

   C. Selling his only property

   D. Leaving his old life to follow Jesus

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7. Question 7

   1 mark

   After Bartimaeus was healed, the Bible says he

   A. Returned to begging

   B. Went to the temple to hide

   C. Followed Jesus on the way

   D. Refused to speak to anyone

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8. Question 8

   4 marks

   State four lessons Christians learn about Jesus from His healing of blind Bartimaeus.

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   Any four (1 mark each): Jesus has power to heal/perform miracles; Jesus is compassionate and responds to those in need; Jesus is the Messiah/Son of David; Jesus values and cares for the marginalised (beggars/disabled); Jesus rewards faith; Jesus is approachable and listens to the desperate.

9. Question 9

   6 marks

   Describe the account of the healing of blind Bartimaeus as recorded in the Gospel of Mark.

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   Any six (1 mark each): Jesus was leaving Jericho with His disciples and a large crowd; Bartimaeus, a blind beggar, sat by the roadside; when he heard Jesus was passing he shouted, 'Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me'; the crowd rebuked him and told him to be quiet; he shouted even louder; Jesus stopped and asked that he be called; Bartimaeus threw off his cloak and came to Jesus; Jesus asked what he wanted and he asked to see; Jesus said 'Go, your faith has healed you'; immediately he received his sight and followed Jesus on the way.

10. Question 10

    4 marks

    From the healing of blind Bartimaeus, identify four qualities Bartimaeus showed that Christians should imitate.

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11. Question 11

    1 mark

    Jesus told Bartimaeus, 'Go, your faith has healed you.' This statement emphasises that the healing was linked to Bartimaeus'

    A. Blindness

    B. Faith in Jesus

    C. Wealth

    D. Loud voice

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12. Question 12

    6 marks

    A Grade 8 learner read the account of Jesus healing blind Bartimaeus at Jericho (Mark 10:46-52).

    (a) Describe how Jesus healed Bartimaeus. (4 marks)

    (b) Identify two qualities of faith shown by Bartimaeus in the account. (2 marks)

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    (a) How Jesus healed Bartimaeus: - As Jesus was leaving Jericho with His disciples and a large crowd, Bartimaeus, a blind beggar, sat by the roadside. - On hearing that it was Jesus of Nazareth, he began to shout, 'Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!' (Mark 10:47). - Many rebuked him and told him to be quiet, but he shouted all the more. - Jesus stopped and called him; Bartimaeus threw aside his cloak, jumped up and came to Jesus. - Jesus asked, 'What do you want me to do for you?' and he answered, 'Rabbi, I want to see.' - Jesus said, 'Go, your faith has healed you,' and immediately he received his sight and followed Jesus along the road (Mark 10:51-52). (b) Qualities of faith shown (any two): - Persistence/determination - he kept shouting even when rebuked. - Belief/confidence that Jesus could heal him (calling Him 'Son of David'). - Boldness/courage in seeking help. - Readiness to respond - he threw off his cloak and came at once when called.

13. Question 13

    1 mark

    When Bartimaeus heard Jesus was passing, he shouted, 'Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!' This title 'Son of David' shows that Bartimaeus recognised Jesus as

    A. A temple priest

    B. A rich landowner

    C. A Roman soldier

    D. The promised Messiah

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14. Question 14

    1 mark

    During a Bible reading, a Christian was moved by how a blind beggar near Jericho kept shouting for Jesus despite being told to be quiet. According to Mark 10, what did Bartimaeus call out to Jesus?

    A. 'Teacher, give me bread'

    B. 'Lord, make me rich'

    C. 'Prophet, show me a sign'

    D. 'Son of David, have mercy on me!'

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15. Question 15

    1 mark

    A learner with a disability is discouraged by classmates from participating in a school competition, but she persists and succeeds. Her story is most similar to the example of

    A. Lot leaving Sodom

    B. Sarah laughing at God

    C. Peter denying Jesus

    D. Bartimaeus who persisted despite the crowd

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