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Doctrine And Covenants Trivia Questions Quiz

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This quiz checks recall of the Doctrine and Covenants by section number, historical setting, and the specific problem a revelation addressed. Section-level accuracy matters in lessons and discussions because many questions hinge on who was addressed, where it happened, and why the instruction was given, not only the doctrine stated.
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1Which book in the standard works is primarily a collection of modern revelations given through Joseph Smith and later prophets?
2Which section is best known as the Word of Wisdom?
3The Doctrine and Covenants is organized into numbered sections rather than chapters.

True / False

4D&C 4 famously compares missionary work to what kind of harvest?
5Official Declarations are included in the Doctrine and Covenants and are not numbered like regular sections.

True / False

6D&C 1 is best described as the Lord’s what for the Doctrine and Covenants?
7Which section is often called the “Articles and Covenants” and lays out early Church organization and ordinances?
8D&C 25 is addressed to Emma Smith and calls her an “elect lady.”

True / False

9Which section contains the vision describing the celestial, terrestrial, and telestial glories?
10The revelation sometimes nicknamed the “Olive Leaf” is which section?
11D&C 132 introduces the Word of Wisdom.

True / False

12John the Baptist’s words while conferring the Aaronic Priesthood are recorded in which section?
13In which section do heavenly messengers in the Kirtland Temple commit keys to Joseph Smith and Oliver Cowdery?
14D&C 27 teaches that it does not matter what you drink for the sacrament, as long as you do it with an eye single to God’s glory.

True / False

15The phrase “anxiously engaged in a good cause” appears in D&C 58.

True / False

16The vision of the degrees of glory in D&C 76 was received while Joseph Smith was imprisoned in Liberty Jail.

True / False

17Which section contains counsel that includes, “Let thy bowels also be full of charity… let virtue garnish thy thoughts”?
18You are trying to remember which revelation was specifically directed to someone called an “elect lady” and included counsel about hymns. Who is the primary addressee of that section (D&C 25)?
19You are reviewing the “lost 116 pages” episode and want the revelation that tells Joseph Smith the work of God cannot be frustrated. Which section is it?
20Oliver Cowdery tries to translate and is told to “study it out” and that he may feel either a burning or a stupor. Where do you find that counsel?
21D&C 3 was given after the 116 manuscript pages were lost.

True / False

22You want a section to cite in a discussion about spiritual gifts and how to avoid being deceived in Church meetings. Which section is the best match?
23Someone asks you to quickly cite the “oath and covenant of the priesthood” during a lesson. Which section number do you pull up?
24D&C 93 teaches that “the glory of God is intelligence.”

True / False

25You are mapping “Zion in Missouri” revelations and need the one that identifies Independence as the “center place.” Which section is it?
26You want the cleanest section-number citation for the law of tithing as “one-tenth” given to the Saints. Which section is it?
27D&C 58 teaches that disciples should not wait to be directed in every detail. Which phrase captures that idea?
28D&C 119 teaches the Word of Wisdom.

True / False

29You are looking for a temple dedication text to quote about angels and the endowment of power. Which section is the Kirtland Temple dedicatory prayer?
30In D&C 25, Emma Smith is given a surprisingly concrete assignment related to worship. What is it?
31You are studying revelations tied to funding the Book of Mormon’s publication and see strong language about the Atonement directed to one person. Who is it in D&C 19?
32D&C 57 identifies Jackson County, Missouri as “Zion.”

True / False

33Which section is structured as a question-and-answer guide to understanding symbols in the book of Revelation?
34In D&C 107, which quorum is described as “equal in authority and power” to the First Presidency?
35You want a D&C citation that warns against seeking “signs” and explains that faith should come first. Which section is the best match?
36You are preparing a talk on forgiving others and want the D&C line: “of you it is required to forgive all men.” Which section contains it?
37One reason D&C 81 trips people up is that it was originally directed to a different counselor and later updated in publication. What office is D&C 81 describing?
38The core D&C revelations on baptism for the dead are found in D&C 127 and 128, not in D&C 76.

True / False

39D&C 130:22 is often cited in discussions of the Godhead. What does it teach about the Father and the Son?
40Official Declaration 1 is most directly connected to which Church-wide change?
41D&C 136 is a revelation given to the Saints while organizing the trek west under Brigham Young.

True / False

42Which section is the one that reveals the name “The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints”?
43D&C 121 teaches that priesthood influence is maintained by compulsion and sharpness rather than by persuasion and long-suffering.

True / False

44D&C 135 is often cited in Church history lessons because it records what kind of event?
45D&C 129 gives a test for discerning spirits and angels. If a resurrected personage appears and you offer your hand, what does the revelation say will happen?
46D&C 116 gives a revealed name to “Spring Hill.” What is that name?
47D&C 137 teaches that Alvin Smith was lost because he died before receiving baptism.

True / False

48D&C 81 in today’s Doctrine and Covenants is addressed to Frederick G. Williams, but historically it was first given to which counselor?

Doctrine and Covenants Trivia Misses: Section Numbers, Addressees, and Context Clues

Most missed Doctrine and Covenants trivia questions come from pattern errors that feel small in study, but cost points in fast rounds.

1) Swapping “high-traffic” sections

  • D&C 76 (vision of the degrees of glory) gets confused with D&C 88 (Olive Leaf, light of Christ, schooling, order) and D&C 89 (Word of Wisdom).
  • Fix: attach one spoken tag to each section number, then add one extra hook, such as “76, vision at Hiram,” “88, Olive Leaf in Kirtland,” “89, health law.”

2) Answering the doctrine but missing the setting

  • Questions often expect where and why the revelation came, such as Kirtland vs. Nauvoo, or Liberty Jail letters later canonized as sections.
  • Fix: train a two-part answer format: “section theme + setting.” Example: “D&C 121, counsel from Liberty Jail about priesthood and persuasion.”

3) Mixing addressee, speaker, and people mentioned

  • A section can mention Joseph Smith while being directed to someone else, or address a group while naming individuals inside the text.
  • Fix: keep a simple note for key sections with two labels: “to” (addressee) and “names” (people referenced).

4) Blurring priesthood offices, authority, and “keys” wording

  • Trivia often separates Aaronic duties, Melchizedek authority, and keys tied to specific callings or councils.
  • Fix: practice one-office, one-duty answers, such as “bishop, temporal welfare,” “apostles, special witnesses.”

5) Treating Official Declarations like regular narrative sections

  • Official Declarations are commonly asked as date, announcement, and Church-wide application items.
  • Fix: switch to “document mode” when the prompt says “Official Declaration.”

Authoritative Doctrine and Covenants Study References (Text, Context, and Primary Sources)

Doctrine and Covenants Trivia FAQ: What Prompts Usually Mean and How to Study Efficiently

What should I memorize first for section-number questions?

Start with sections that act like trivia “hubs” because they are referenced often: 20 (Church organization), 42 (law), 76 (degrees of glory), 84 (priesthood themes), 88 (Olive Leaf), 89 (Word of Wisdom), 107 (priesthood offices and councils), 121 to 123 (Liberty Jail counsel), 132 (eternal marriage and related teachings), plus the Official Declarations. Add one location or triggering event to each so you can answer “where” and “why” without guessing.

How much should I rely on section headings for quiz accuracy?

Use headings as your fastest context tool. Many prompts are really asking for the setting details that headings summarize, such as Kirtland vs. Nauvoo, or a revelation tied to a specific problem like financial stewardship, missionary calls, or conflicts in early branches. If you only memorize a favorite verse, you will miss questions that grade on addressee, date range, or purpose.

Why do I keep mixing Doctrine and Covenants teachings with the Bible or Book of Mormon?

Overlap is normal because themes repeat across scripture, but trivia questions often want the source. Train yourself to listen for “section number” language, modern Church offices, councils, and phrases tied to Restoration administration. If a prompt mentions Kirtland, Missouri, Nauvoo, or Liberty Jail, that setting is a strong clue you are expected to answer from the Doctrine and Covenants.

What is the cleanest way to answer priesthood trivia without being too vague?

Answer in the category the question asks for. If it asks about office, name the office. If it asks about keys, name who holds directing authority and what that authority governs. If it asks about duties, give one specific responsibility. This keeps you from giving a true statement that still fails the prompt.

Can I use this quiz for a family game or for kids?

Yes, but adjust what counts as a “complete” answer. For younger players, accept the section theme without requiring an exact section number, then add a bonus point for the number or the setting. For a Jeopardy-style round, make categories like “Kirtland revelations,” “Liberty Jail,” and “Priesthood offices,” so the clue itself narrows the search space.

How do I improve speed on multiple-choice prompts without guessing?

Use elimination based on context words first, then confirm with one anchor detail. For speed practice on option scanning and distractor spotting, the Multiple-Choice Skills Assessment Practice Test is a good warm-up before you return to section-number recall.

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