LDS Trivia (part 2)

In this week's edition of our newsletter, we are celebrating Pioneer Day a little earlier this year, specifically on July 24, 2023. This date is significant as it commemorates the journey of the LDS pioneers who traveled west to establish Salt Lake City in the 19th century, along with various aspects of Mormon heritage. Last year, we marked this occasion with an engaging trivia challenge. July 21, 2022 newsletter In celebration of Pioneer Day 2023, we are excited to present another round of interesting LDS trivia!

Questions

1. 1. Where was the first temple built?
2. 2. Where was the second temple built?
3. 3. Which two titles are commonly used to identify the leader of the LDS Church?
4. 4. What is the name of the first completed temple in Utah?
5. 5. In which scripture can you find the section labeled 'The Articles of Faith'?
6. 6. Can you name the first temple that was established outside the United States?
7. 7. What is the youngest age at which children can be baptized in the LDS Church?
8. 8. Which religious text contains the section called 'Word of Wisdom'?
9. 9. According to the Word of Wisdom, which three substances should be avoided for better health?
10. 10. Who among the LDS community played as a quarterback in the Super Bowl and emerged victorious?
11. 11. Roughly when did Nephi depart from Jerusalem to reach the 'Promised Land' in the Americas?
12. 12. What is the subtitle of the Book of Mormon?

Answers

1. 1. Kirkland OH
2. 2. Nauvoo IL
3. 3. President and Prophet
4. 4. St. George (Although construction on the Salt Lake City temple began in 1853, it took 40 years to finish. In contrast, the St. George temple was completed by 1877)
5. 5. Pearl of Great Price
6. 6. Cardston, Alberta, Canada
7. 7. Eight
8. 8. Doctrine and Covenants
9. 9. Coffee, alcohol, and tobacco.
10. 10. Steve Young
11. 11. 600 BC
12. 12. Another Testament of Jesus Christ

Written by: Michael Shackleford